A recent Finnish study has found that measuring adolescents' maximal oxygen uptake often requires a brief verification phase to ensure reliable results. The researchers also note that even small ...

An innovative tool for assessing the impact of climate change in the ocean: measuring pCO2 at sea with the SeaExplorer underwater gliderUnderstanding the ocean’s role in the global carbon cycle and ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Placebo effects are real, powerful, and deeply human, as I've discussed in my previous article. But a thorny question remains: How can we tell whether a depression treatment is producing genuine ...

As the biggest winter storm in four years blankets New England, snow will quickly begin accumulating on the ground with plenty of cold air in place across the region. That said, snowfall totals ...

Pennsylvanians woke up to a blanket of snow, a winter storm that was forecast throughout the week. But how can you measure exactly how much snow fell in your neighborhood? The National Weather Service ...

If you are sending us snowfall reports this weekend, here are some good practices to use according to the National Weather Service to get the most accurate measurement possible.For the most accurate ...

The ability to move with speed, precision and power is important for longevity. Here’s how to gauge it and how to improve. By Hilary Achauer If you want to age well, you are probably familiar with the ...

Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence. Here’s how to check them yourself—and what the results mean. Balancing on ...

Consumers increasingly expect to see value quickly. Shoppers expect same-day delivery, comparable prices, immediate responses, subscription options, and easy return processes. All of these things are ...

Snow showers are moving through the Tri-State Saturday afternoon and are expected to continue through the evening. By the end of the event, many communities could pick up 4-8 or more inches of snow ...