For centuries, pearls have been the ocean's most cherished gems, formed organically inside living oysters. But a technological revolution is brewing that could change the pearl industry forever, much ...

Nov. 28 -- Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but thousands of women still lust for the timeless elegance and glamour of pearls. But can you tell a top-of-the-line strand from a second-rate — or a ...

Those of us concerned about budget cutbacks at state universities were cheered recently by news that researchers in Fort Pierce have found an unusual source of revenue. From queen conchs, Strombus ...