Chameleon belief blends into background
Great Moments in Science The chameleon has a fancy knack of changing skin colour to suit its environment. Dr Karl reveals the reason why, but the cold-blooded truth might make you want to change colour.moreChameleon belief blends into background
Tuesday, 09 December 2008
Tipple's status topples over proof
Great Moments in Science Alco-pops and other pre-mixed alcoholic drinks are cause for concern in the community. A century back it was absinthe that led the field in the social evil stakes. But Dr Karl reckons it's the same old problem.moreTipple's status topples over proof
Tuesday, 02 December 2008
Redheads' 'extinction' explanation splitting hairs
Great Moments in Science As if blondes and redheads don't get enough stick, now they're apparently facing extinction! But Dr Karl isn't so sure and has gone searching for the roots of the story.moreRedheads' 'extinction' explanation splitting hairs
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
Regrowth mystery reborn
Great Moments in Science If you're only as old as you feel then are you as old as your body? The idea that body cells regrow every seven years should be an accurate guide, right? Wrong! Dr Karl can sense it in his bones.moreRegrowth mystery reborn
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
Deaf cats draw a blanc
Great Moments in Science Black cats have a reputation for bad omens, that's hocus-pocus and hard to prove. But white cats also present a riddle that Dr Karl found easier to solve.moreDeaf cats draw a blanc
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
Slipped disc myth sticks
Great Moments in Science If you've ever experienced severe back pain you'll know that it's no laughing matter. But according to Dr Karl one common complaint associated with a 'bad back' is a misnomer.moreSlipped disc myth sticks
Wednesday, 05 November 2008
Mussel myth an open and shut case
Great Moments in Science The habits of people choosing mealtime molluscs stick as tightly as a barnacle. Dr Karl applies some muscle power of his own to wrench open the facts.moreMussel myth an open and shut case
Wednesday, 29 October 2008
Wreckless Eric has Greenlanders seeing red
Great Moments in Science The legend of Greenland's first colonies, and their demise due to ancient climate change, is widespread. But what truth is there to the tale? Dr Karl goes fishing for clues.
moreWreckless Eric has Greenlanders seeing red
Tuesday, 21 October 2008
Myth burns like moth to a flame
Great Moments in Science Many creatures have nocturnal navigation, but the bright city lights send some into a spin. Dr Karl fixes his gaze to find out why.moreMyth burns like moth to a flame
Thursday, 16 October 2008
Prostate ignorance no wee problem
Great Moments in Science The prostate gland is little understood by most men. Why this is so is a matter Dr Karl can't quite put his finger on.moreProstate ignorance no wee problem
Tuesday, 07 October 2008
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