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Alyssa Danigelis

As a writer for Discovery News since 2008, I'm proud to illuminate developments on the tech and earth sites. My work has appeared in Technology Review, Fast Company, Inc., and GOOD online among others. I reside in Boulder, Colo. Contact: discoverynewsalyssa@gmail.com.

Author Stories
Bra Dryer Gets Delicates Ready Fast
May 20, 2013 05:32 PM ET
A dryer just for your bras, when air drying just isn't fast enough. Continue reading →
Aww, These Two Robots Love Each Other
May 17, 2013 07:53 AM ET
Even though they disagree sometimes, these two robots share a unique bond. Continue reading →
OpenWorm Can Unleash Artificial Lifeforms
May 14, 2013 02:57 PM ET
A new open source project invites scientists to create virtual worms from the cell up. Continue reading →
Skip the Airport With a Family Flier
May 10, 2013 08:58 AM ET
A personal aircraft for the whole family is building buzz -- but where would you store it? Continue reading →
Backup Device Keeps the Internet Up in a Disaster
May 9, 2013 08:39 AM ET
In the event of an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, or other accident, this backup generator keeps the Internet going. Continue reading →
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Has Wings
May 9, 2013 03:36 PM ET
The next-gen TF-X is a four-passenger flying vehicle with collapsible wings and retractable propellers. Continue reading →
Ship-Riding Invasive Species Mapped
May 8, 2013 05:59 AM ET
Scientists can now track the global routes that invasive marine species take. Continue reading →
Discussion Stuck? Virtual Mediator Aims to Help
May 6, 2013 08:55 AM ET
A computer helps get colleagues, classmates and couples see eye-to-eye.
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The Must Reads
When Is the Next Doomsday (Not) Going to Happen?
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The Mind Blowers
Rip-Roaring Weather Spotted on Failed Star
Earth-Sized Alien Worlds Orbit One in Six Stars
First 'Alien Earth' Will Be Found in 2013
Death By Black Hole Firewall Incineration It Shall Be
Tau Ceti e: Another Interstellar Target?
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The Radar
Devastating
Oklahoma Tornado: Giant and Deadly
The Big Number
90 %
The Big Number
Percent of the world's data was created in the last two years
Big Quote
"I have not done anything wrong. I have not broken any laws. I have not violated any IRS rules or regulations."
-- Testimony of Lois Lerner, the Internal Revenue Service official at the center of the political storm over the agency's supposed targeting of conservative groups
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