Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Today on New Scientist: 17 October 2012

X-rays reveal first known toothy grin

The debate on the origin of teeth and jaws appears to finally be over, thanks to a few fossils of this prehistoric fish (yes, that's a fish)

First life may have survived by cooperating

A group of RNA molecules can form a self-sustaining network that outcompetes selfish, lone molecules - suggesting that cooperation evolved very early

Phoenix universe could rebuild itself after cosmic rip

Far in the future, once dark energy has ripped even atoms apart, new structures may yet arise from the ashes of destruction

Destroying drug cartels, the mathematical way

Killing drug lords gets headlines, but complexity analysis suggests they are the wrong people to target to bring down a cartel

An exo-tourist's guide to our closest alien planet

Now that we know our neighbouring star system, Alpha Centauri, has a planet, it's time to plan a trip: here's a travel guide for any intrepid visitors

Rogue geoengineer's ocean field test condemned

The former CEO of a geoengineering company has dumped iron into the ocean in an attempt to lock away carbon, drawing the ire of geoengineering researchers

Feeding the world will require tough choices

In One Billion Hungry, Gordon Conway is unwilling to rule out any options for meeting the world's food needs

First planet found in star system next door

Astronomers have spotted an Earth-sized planet in the neighbouring Alpha Centauri system - but it's no haven for life

Zebra finches sing sloppily when drunk

After being dosed on alcohol, adult finches change their tune and juveniles may develop simpler songs than usual

Space tourism: the ultimate boarding pass

Tourist trips into space are poised for take-off. New Scientist prepares you for boarding

Mystery particles on Mars revealed by rover's litter

A plastic wrapper dropped by Curiosity has prompted the rover team to take a closer look at mysterious bright bits in the surrounding soil

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