Matt Davis

Matt Davis

Matt Davis writes stories about science, technology, bizarre anecdotes from history, esoteric odds and ends, bleak but nevertheless fascinating environmental issues, and whatever else grabs his easily grabbed attention.

In some Asian countries, what's in your blood may influence your social status.
Graphene is insanely useful, but very difficult to produce — until now.
Researchers have recently discovered two of the genes that govern this weird-looking salamander's ability to regenerate limbs, eyes, and even its brain.
Researchers confirmed that the mummy known as Takabuti died from a stab wound to the back.
Numerous drugs designed to treat diabetes, arthritis, and other conditions may actually have secret anti-cancer properties as well.
Being a specialist used to be the way forward, but the future belongs to people who can adapt to any given scenario on a dime.
Is it ethical to use a dead man's sperm to become pregnant?