Putting batteries in a refrigerator or freezer to prolong their life and keep them fresh is a widely shared myth that’s been debunked by scientists and battery makers alike. The truth is, keeping ...

Misconceptions about the nature and practice of science abound and are sometimes even held by otherwise respectable practicing scientists themselves. I have dispelled some of them (misconceptions, not ...

A few misconceptions that irk me a great deal: a: Public has NO idea of sqrt relationship between accuracy and sample size in statistics, and thus has overly inflated expectations of the quality of ...

Misconceptions about the nature and practice of science abound and are sometimes even held by otherwise respectable practicing scientists themselves. I have dispelled some of them (misconceptions, not ...

Doctors bust five dangerous Hantavirus myths, explaining transmission, symptoms, prevention, and why panic around the rare ...

The rise of antibiotic resistance is an evolving global public-health crisis. Each year, antibiotic-resistant bacteria cause over 2.5 million infections and 23,000 deaths. Research suggests that while ...