Articles By Eric Niiler : Discovery News

Robot Arm Follows Brainwave Instructions

Posted Wed May 16, 2012 01:00 PM ET | 0

A cyborg-like device melds neurons and algorithms and allows paralyzed patients to get what they want. Read more

Posted Wed May 9, 2012 12:36 PM ET | 0

It's smarter, but not perfect. Experts forecast more attacks amid evolving defenses. Read more

Posted Wed May 9, 2012 08:00 AM ET | 0

Catching someone like suspected murderer Adam Mayes is more about being methodical than using overwhelming force. Read more

Posted Fri May 4, 2012 07:37 AM ET | 0

A self-propelled "micro-submarine" can scoop up oil from contaminated waters. Read more

Posted Tue May 1, 2012 05:51 PM ET | 0

The terror group used the science of security through obscurity and hid messages in easy-to-ship porn. Read more

Posted Tue May 1, 2012 09:03 AM ET | 0

New digital technologies may keep the United States Postal Service alive. Read more

Posted Sun Apr 29, 2012 01:00 PM ET | 0

Turbines mix air at night and could affect local climate and farming. Read more

Posted Tue Apr 24, 2012 12:14 PM ET | 0

Estonia has plans to install one electric car charger every 31 miles on its nation's highways. Read more

Posted Sun Apr 22, 2012 07:00 AM ET | 0

Big changes are afoot for Antarctica and 'big science' is expected to follow. Read more

Posted Tue Apr 17, 2012 10:44 AM ET | 0

A fast-acting, lower-level part of the brain takes over in violent situations. Read more

Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 07:40 AM ET | 0

The Pentagon has requested two new Air Force Ones with more power and more gear. Read more

Posted Tue Mar 27, 2012 07:37 AM ET | 0

Personality changes often follow heart transplants, say experts. Read more

Posted Fri Mar 16, 2012 11:21 AM ET | 0

If there were improvements in wind and sun forecasts, green energy could get a new lease on life. Read more

Posted Thu Mar 15, 2012 09:11 AM ET | 0

Experts hope to predict winners of the NCAA basketball tourney using a bit of math, science, stats and luck. Read more

Posted Wed Mar 14, 2012 09:00 AM ET | 0

Experts say they are safe, but some worry smart meters are making them sick or are even spying on them. Read more