Eels' shocking secrets could power devices

The same cells electric eels use to shock predators and prey can be engineered to power implanted biomedical devices, say researchers.

Losing the yeti in forgotten nation of Bhutan (AP)

AP - He remembers the darkness of the pine forest, and the footprints, and his terror when the creature began to howl. He remembers the stories of his childhood, of a beast that stalked the upper reaches of the mountains, and how fear spread through the village every time it was spotted.

Losing the yeti in forgotten nation of Bhutan

He remembers the darkness of the pine forest, and the footprints, and his terror when the creature began to howl. He remembers the stories of his childhood, of a beast that stalked the upper reaches of the mountains, and how fear spread through the village every time it was spotted.

Losing the yeti in forgotten nation of Bhutan (AP)

AP - He remembers the darkness of the pine forest, and the footprints, and his terror when the creature began to howl. He remembers the stories of his childhood, of a beast that stalked the upper reaches of the mountains, and how fear spread through the village every time it was spotted.

How to turn water into rocket fuel – scientists unlock power of the sun

Scientists have devised a cheap and simple method of turning water into rocket fuel using solar power in a development that could generate a new source of green energy for the home and workplace.

Fuel cell improvements raise hopes for clean, cheap energy

Three papers describe improvements that may mean easier access to fuel, cheaper replacements for platinum, and lower operating temperatures for fuel cells, a potentially clean source of energy.Read More...