Nothing beats Victor Frankenstein for talking about questionable surgeries on the human body, but remember that “Frankenstein” was the name of the creator, not the monster! Read More
It is not hard to imagine why chocolates became a must-have on the most adorable day of the year. Let’s figure out how its chemistry works all the delicious magic in our bodies. Read More
This week, we’re talking about The Island, a movie with Scarlett Johansson as a Calvin Klein model ... sort of. Read More
Every week our Research Editors highlight a few of the latest headlines in science news and explain why these pieces are interesting and applicable to our classes at UC San Diego. If you find an engaging science article, share it with us on our Facebook page and your highlight may just be featured! Read More
ESSAY PROMPT: Biology is a subject which is intimately tied to other fields of study. There is enormous room for... Read More
Those of you of legal age, do you plan on celebrating this holiday with some exceptional beer? Or are you one of those ultra-hipsters who brew their own beer? If not, are you interested in knowing how? Well, you’re lucky because we are going to talk about the science that goes into the creation of beer. Read More
Every week our Research Editors highlight a few of the latest headlines in science news and explain why these pieces are interesting and applicable to our classes at UC San Diego. If you find an engaging science article, share it with us on our Facebook page and your highlight may just be featured! Read More
“Coffee cures hangovers!” Read More
Next time you are handed a bowl of broccoli during dinner, consider taking it, even only for the sake of your allergies. Read More