Homepage
Open in app
Sign inGet started

Sharing Science

Observations and analysis from scientists on bacteria, biotech, health, and how we live and interact with our natural world.

  • HEALTH
  • BIOLOGY
  • TECHNOLOGY
  • ABOUT SHARING SCIENCE
  • ARCHIVE
  • The Truth About Your Toothbrush’s Bacteria

    The Truth About Your Toothbrush’s Bacteria

    Covered in feces? Here’s what the microbes say
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 24
    The Bacteria In Your Breasts

    The Bacteria In Your Breasts

    Is this the reason why breast-feeding wins out over formula?
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 17
    You Have This Trait In Common With a Pigeon

    You Have This Trait In Common With a Pigeon

    Not so birdbrained after all, are they?
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 15
    What Your Floor May Be Saying About You

    What Your Floor May Be Saying About You

    It’s covered in bacteria — and as this study shows, they tell a story
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 11
    Debunking That Famous “Arctic Escape” Myth

    Debunking That Famous “Arctic Escape” Myth

    Sorry, but this unconventional weapon isn’t actually likely to work.
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 8
    Can the Metal in Vegetables Start a Microwave Fire?

    Can the Metal in Vegetables Start a Microwave Fire?

    Let me tell you about my decidedly interesting evening of reheating.
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 3
    Why Does Bad Posture Feel… Good?

    Why Does Bad Posture Feel… Good?

    Here’s why we haven’t evolved to naturally sit up straight
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Feb 1
    Tyrannosaurs Were Blood-Thirsty Cannibals After All

    Tyrannosaurs Were Blood-Thirsty Cannibals After All

    Recent finds from New Mexico confirm that tyrannosaurs engaged in cannibalistic behavior…
    Go to the profile of Panos Grigorakakis
    Panos Grigorakakis
    Jan 21
    How Identical Twins Aren’t… Well, Identical

    How Identical Twins Aren’t… Well, Identical

    Here’s how different those supposedly “identical” twins really are
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Jan 18
    Could You Get Drunk… from Food?

    Could You Get Drunk… from Food?

    Jello shots aside, it’s not just drinks that ferment. These foods can contain alcohol.
    Go to the profile of Sam Westreich, PhD
    Sam Westreich, PhD
    Jan 13
    About Sharing ScienceLatest StoriesArchiveAbout MediumTermsPrivacy