The Science of the Neighbor's Music

Have you had to deal with someone playing loud music? In college this is a popular occurrence, and it's always at the most inconvenient times. Something... read more

What Causes Morning Wood?

Morning wood - scientifically named Nocturnal Penile Tumescence (NPT) - is the random occurrence of an erection that men can experience upon waking up... read more

What Makes Popcorn Pop?

It's a favorite at movie theaters and home theaters alike, comes in varieties from plain to buttered to kettle, and only takes a few minutes to prepare.... read more

What Does it Mean to Pickle Something?

What is pickling? I'm sure at one point or another you've run into the term pickled onion or egg, and everyone knows that Peter Piper picked a peck of... read more

32-bit vs. 64-bit Processors

What's the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit? When we download software or operating systems, there is usually an option to download either, so there... read more

Sodium: A Word of Caution

Sodium is a popular additive in food, found mostly in frozen and fast food products. For some people (especially college students) it can be hard to maintain... read more