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The folly of Trump taking a "wrecking ball" to a crucial science advisory board
Without independent oversight, the National Science Foundation is “fully at the behest of the White House.”
Why Your Brain Can Read Scrambled Words, According to Science
The viral claim gets it wrong – and the truth is weirder.
Appreciating science teacher Noor Jubeh
Teacher appreciation week: Noor Jubeh teachers her middle school and high school science students at Salam High School on February 16, 2026.
Science-backed ways to keep your bones strong as you age
These are the lifestyle habits that promote bone health and can help prevent osteoporosis from developing as you get older.
Science-backed ways to keep your bones strong as you age
These are the lifestyle habits that promote bone health and can help prevent osteoporosis from developing as you get older.
Trump, ibogaine and the science behind the psychedelics boom in the U.S.
Tracing how psychedelics have undergone a revival in the U.S. and what the White House’s new psychedelic push means for research
Birdbrained Science: A tale of two trees
Welcome to the last Birdbrained Science edition for the 2025-2026 academic year! If you haven’t realized yet, my name is Gabby. I am the creator and, for the past year, the sole author of this colu…
Inexpensive seafloor-hopping submersibles could stoke deep-sea science—and mining
A company called Orpheus Ocean wants to go “deep for cheap.”
Tuscaloosa students prepare for tech jobs in new lab
Tuscaloosa City Schools opened a new Computer Science Innovation Lab, preparing students for high-demand tech jobs.
With mass firing, Trump deals a fresh blow to American science
Ambitious research is on the chopping block following yet more cuts at the National Science Foundation.
Coffee is complex. Can science standardize it for the better?
Ask any coffee aficionado, and they’ll tell you: A good cup is about more than the beans. The flavor is affected by lots of things – the roast and fermentation of the beans, the coarseness of the grind, the brewing temperature and even the chemicals in the water used to brew it. But there are very few quantitative ways to assess all the flavor variations. Current industry standards measure the concentration of coffee, but they often miss qualities like the acidity, brightness and fruitness. Scientists at the University of Oregon are trying to change that using a tool called a potentiostat that’s often used to measure the charge in batteries.Interested in more food and beverage science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org and we may turn it into an episode!Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Hope is contagious and science is king: 10 big lessons on ending the fossil fuel era
At world-first Santa Marta climate meeting, delegates say it was ‘euphoric’ to finally be focusing on concrete solutions
AI Can Spot Pancreatic Cancer Years Before Diagnosis, Study Finds
Catching this deadly disease while it's treatable can save lives.
Pleasant Valley runner balances record-breaking relay with national science competition
Dillon Krause ran on the Pleasant Valley boys 4x400 relay team that set a school record at the Drake Relays while preparing for a national science competition.
TekniPlex to Showcase Advanced Material Science Innovations at interpack 2026
Introducing ClearCycle+ next generation stem gaskets and ePressSeal category-defining pressure-sensitive sealing solutions. ePress Seal™ ePress Seal™ ClearCycle+™ ClearCycle+™ Wayne, PA, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TekniPlex, a global leader in engineered sealing and material science solutions, will showcase their innovations of next-generation sealing at Interpack 2026, taking place May 7-13 in Düsseldorf, Germany. At Hall 7, Level 1, Booth C25, both TekniPlex Consumer Products - Integrate
CMU partners with Bullock Creek to bring ‘mixed reality’ learning to science classes
Students at a Midland area high school are taking a hands-on approach with science through a partnership with Central Michigan University.
Stop-and-go science: Researchers pivot to try to salvage important work
The pace of climate change and funding disruptions force scientists to rethink how research is done.
University of Iowa propels space science forward with opening of spaceflight lab
The University of Iowa is expanding its space instrument development and testing capabilities with new laboratories and equipment.
National Academy of Sciences elects six Berkeley researchers to its
The National Academy of Sciences announced its newest members this week, among them six eminent UC Berkeley faculty members, including former U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen. Membership
National Academy of Science elects eight Princeton professors
Eight Princeton professors were elected to the National Academy of Sciences this year: Cliff Brangwynne, Chris Chang, Maria Chudnovsky, Jianqing Fan, Sabine Kastner, Sebastian Seung, Daniel Sigman and Christopher Skinner.
Don’t toss cannabis leaves: Scientists found rare compounds with medical potential
Scientists have uncovered a surprising new layer of complexity in Cannabis, identifying dozens of previously unknown compounds—including the first-ever evidence of rare molecules called flavoalkaloids in its leaves. These compounds, prized for their potential health benefits, were hidden among a rich mix of plant chemicals that vary dramatically even between just a few strains.
New treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
A new breakthrough could change how high cholesterol is treated, offering a powerful alternative to traditional drugs. Researchers have developed tiny DNA-based molecules that shut down PCSK9—a key protein that keeps “bad” LDL cholesterol circulating in the blood. By blocking this protein, cells can absorb more cholesterol instead of letting it build up in arteries, dramatically lowering levels linked to heart disease.
Graduate sees data science as tool for better public health
McKenzie Skrastins ‘26 crafted an individualized major that incorporated her interests and served as president of Binghamton University’s Student Association.
Graduate sees data science as tool for better public health
McKenzie Skrastins ‘26 crafted an individualized major that incorporated her interests and served as president of Binghamton University’s Student Association.
One of America’s oldest weather observatories shows people the science behind our climate
MILTON, Mass. (AP) — Perched in a tower atop a hill, Matthew Douglas climbs a staircase and emerges from a hatch on the roof, where a heavy glass ball in a metal cradle has burned a thin streak into a strip of paper, recording the previous day’s sunlight. It’s part of a routine he and […]
National Academy of Sciences elects six Berkeley researchers to its ranks
Membership in the Academy is one of the most prestigious honors in American science.
Computer science grad earns IBM fellowship for AI research
Modern medicine runs on data organized into tables and charts that help doctors make fast, informed decisions. Survival rates and prescription side effects are often distilled into formats that can be scanned in seconds. But that clarity doesn’t come easily. The data must be extracted and organized, often through a time-consuming process that can leave critical information buried deep in research reports.Naman Ahuja wants to change that.
Giving Day Raises Over $1 Million to Support a Healthy Tennessee
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences’ sixth-annual Giving Day wrapped up last week, but the funds raised will have continuing impact.
Giving Day Raises Over $1 Million to Support a Healthy Tennessee
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences’ sixth-annual Giving Day wrapped up last week, but the funds raised will have continuing impact.
TheBody: RIP Loreen Willenberg, who gave her HIV-proof body to science and her heart to the community
Loreen Willenberg will be remembered for being one of only three known people in the world whose body seemed to eradicate HIV with no help from antiretrovirals.
Who Cares Wins: The Science Of Transformational Value Creation
Who Cares Wins shows how care-based leadership, built on trust, empathy, openness, and backed by science, drives superior business results, safety and innovation.
Graduating Redbirds: First-gen public health student’s journey for health equity
Zenab Ahmad from the Department of Health Sciences is graduating this May.
College of Science awards faculty and staff for excellence
Seventeen faculty and staff members were recognized for outstanding research, teaching and service.
Senior Completes First-of-Its-Kind Exercise Science Internship in Spain
Cedarville University senior Cassi Shields became the first exercise science student to complete an international internship in Spain, gaining hands-on sports...
Mauro named interim dean of the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences
John Mauro, department head and professor of materials science and engineering at Penn State, has been named interim John Leone Dean in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, effective July 1.
From mushrooms to molecules, science becomes art
URochester’s annual Ed and Barbara Hajim Art of Science Competition showcases how scientific discovery takes visual form across disciplines.
Hollywood and Science unite at the 2026 Breakthrough Prize
The star-studded event celebrated achievements by the world’s top scientists in Life Sciences, Fundamental Physics, and Mathematics.
Hollywood and Science Unite at the 2026 Breakthrough Prize
The star-studded event celebrated achievements by the world’s top scientists in Life Sciences, Fundamental Physics, and Mathematics.
At the heart of the Science and Engineering Complex, a library named for a trailblazing alumna
Gift from the Troper Wojcicki Foundation honors the late technology executive and Harvard alumna.
UTC celebrates Kennedy Health Sciences Building milestone with topping off ceremony
UTC celebrated a major milestone at the future home of the College of Nursing, the Dorothy and Jim Kennedy Health Sciences Building, with the placement of the structural beam at the highest point of the building at a topping off ceremony on April 30.
Life Science, Space Gardening Top Thursday’s Research Schedule
A new exercise device, artery scans, and space gardening topped the research schedule for the Expedition 74 crew aboard the International Space Station on Thursday. The orbital residents also worked on a spacesuit and continued unpacking the Progress 95 cargo craft.
As artificial intelligence show off diagnostic chops, scientists reckon with the way forward
On Thursday, researchers published in Science the results of a study that tested an OpenAI model on diagnostic and clinical reasoning tasks.
Africa Is Splitting Apart Faster Than We Thought, Forming a New Ocean
It's reached a "critical threshold".
Can AI help doctors avoid missed diagnoses? A new study suggests yes
AI may help doctors avoid missed diagnoses, but it still needs real-world testing and human oversight before it can guide patient care.
The Guardian view on Trump’s war on science: politicising a generation of researchers
Editorial: By attacking the basic settlement between scientists and the state, the US president has proved that experts can’t avoid these fights
Purdue to offer AI and STEM professional development for Indiana educators with LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI kits
Purdue University is working to inspire the next generation of thinkers through a professional development workshop with LEGO® Education.
Anne Frank exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens the door to her secret annex
The full-scale recreation of the Frank family’s hideout during World War II in Amsterdam is the stunning centerpiece of a new exhibition opening Friday.
This Neurosurgeon Studies the Brain Close to Death. He Believes the Soul Transcends the Body.
Does your brain really reveal the metaphysical? Here’s what brain science can—and cannot—tell us about immortality.
FRESH and Affordable Foods Act Would Rightly Establish a Uniform, Science-Based Standard for Food Safety - Americans for Tax Reform
Yesterday, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a hearing entitled “Healthier America: Legislative Proposals on the Regulation and Oversight of
Meet 2026 RBSI Scholar, Kaitlynne Franklin, Southern Illinois University Carbondale -
Kaitlynne Franklin, Southern Illinois University Carbondale Kaitlynne Franklin is a first-generation Southern Illinois University Carbondale political science student with plans to pursue a Ph.D. in American politics, specializing in race and ethnic politics. She has [...]
Cold Plunges and Your Brain: The Surprising Science Behind a 2-Minute Ice Water Dunk
When first starting out, it’s OK to do cold plunges in short increments — even 30 seconds at a time — to build up your tolerance.
After SBTi reset, some wonder if targets are still science-aligned
The old rules required certain companies to commit to unrealistically steep emissions cuts. But do the new regs break with IPCC recommendations on a 1.5-degree future?
Fermilab teams up with NIU to launch quantum science program
Fermilab and Northern Illinois University are joining forces to offer a unique Master of Science in Physics program specializing in quantum science and technology. This innovative graduate program combines the expertise of a DOE national laboratory quantum center and a prominent state university to prepare the next generation of quantum experts.
Writing science fiction with Daniel H. Wilson
On May 29 we'll discuss Wilson's book, "Hole in the Sky" and his life as an author, robotics engineer, and Cherokee citizen.
Museum of Science and Mystic River Watershed Association Honored with 2026 Boston Climate Leader Award for Research and Innovation
BOSTON, April 30, 2026--The Museum of Science, in partnership with the Mystic River Watershed Association, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Boston Climate Leader Awards in the Community Organization category for Research and Innovation. The award recognizes the organizations’ groundbreaking work engaging communities in climate research and advancing understanding of extreme heat as an environmental justice issue.
Spring Cleaning for Life Science Employers: An Employment Law Checklist for 2026
Spring is the season for clearing out the old and putting one’s house in order—and for life science employers, 2026 brings a number of employment and labor law developments that may require a fresh review.
Hatching a Career in Food Animal Medicine
Senior Deana Poteat, a double major in animal science and poultry science, will take the next step in her career this fall as a Food Animal Scholar with NC State's College of Veterinary Medicine.
Key US science panels are being axed - and others are becoming less open - College of Arts and Sciences
A Nature analysis shows that the Trump administration has terminated more than 100 advisory committees to science agencies — and reduced the transparency and independence of those that remain. … “I would hope that in the future, in this administration … Read more
Wave of AI and data science tools set to transform clinical trials
Ahead of Biomed Israel, Ittai Harel highlights a growing cohort of companies leveraging AI and data science tools to revolutionise clinical research.
New science cracks open the mystery of the world's largest fish
For a decade, Konservasi Indonesia — Conservation International's local partner — tracked whale sharks across the open ocean, offering new clues for how to protect them.
If AI Can Model Cells, Science Can Deliver Cures
AI could "give the scientific community a way to address the most difficult and urgent questions in human health," argues Priscilla Chan.
How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate
The Trump administration fired the entire board that oversees the National Science Foundation, raising an age-old question about the separation of science and state.
How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate
The Trump administration fired the entire board that oversees the National Science Foundation, raising an age-old question about the separation of science and state.
Surprising obesity discovery rewrites decades of fat metabolism science
A key protein involved in fat metabolism has been found to do more than scientists once thought. Instead of just releasing fat, it helps maintain healthy fat tissue and balance in the body. When it’s missing or disrupted, the results can be surprisingly harmful. This finding reshapes how researchers think about obesity and metabolic disease.
Probing Science: Misconduct, Incentives and Trust
On April 27, Synapse: UCSF Student Voices presented the eighth annual Science Speaker Series with Charles Piller, a former staff writer for Synapse, now an investigative journalist for Science magazine.
What Does the National Science Board Do? Experts Warn Board’s Firing Could Endanger NSF Independence, U.S. Scientific Leadership
The recent news that President Trump notified all 22 members of the National Science Board that they were being dismissed, effective immediately, has caused alarm in the scientific community because of the body’s unique role in leading the National Science Foundation – one of the world’s premiere research-funding agencies.
Three Columbians Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Membership in the academy is considered one of science’s highest honors.
A Formula for Promoting Student STEM Success
James Álvarez, a new administrator in the College of Natural Sciences, spoke to us about his work in STEM education.
Outstanding Seniors in the College of Science: Hanga Andras-Letanovszky
The College of Science is proud to recognize 12 outstanding seniors who went above and beyond during their time as Wildcats. Hanga Andras-Letanovszky is this semester's recipient from Astronomy & Steward Observatory!
Dr. Takanori Fujiwara in Computer Science receives IEEE PacificVis Early Career Award
Takanori Fujiwara, assistant professor in Computer Science, has been named a recipient of this year’s IEEE PacificVis Early Career Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the field of visual analytics and his leadership within the research community.
Research commissioner pitches EU to US scientists and investors
Research Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva is just back from a two-day trip to San Francisco, where she pitched the EU as the place to be for US researchers looking to move and US venture capitalists looking to invest. A Commission spokesperson told Science|Business that Zaharieva used the trip to “promote Europe as a stable, rule-based and vibrant innovation destination.” She emphasised Europe’s excellent infrastructure and predictable funding, particularly through the European Research Council (ERC) and Europe Innovation Council.These are already proving tempting, with applications from US-based researchers to ERC and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) calls increasing substantially over the past few years. According to the Commission, the number of US-based applicants for the annual ERC Consolidator Grant call rose from 19 in 2025 to 64 in 2026, while US bids to the ERC Advanced Grant call rose from 23 in 2024 to 114 in 2025. Meanwhile, US applications to the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships scheme rose from 352 in 2024 to 998 in 2025.Pressure on US scientists to seek alternative employment has increased since Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Jobs at federal science agencies have been slashed, funding cut in some research areas and international scientific partnerships turned upside down. He has also made unprecedented attempts to control university affairs.During her trip, Zaharieva made a point of highlighting the protection of academic freedom in Europe, “especially in areas like climate change, renewable energy, and health, where US funding has faced cuts,” the spokesperson said.She also underlined the EU’s “attractive long-term career opportunities and relocation support for top researchers from anywhere in the world,” especially through its new Choose Europe for Science initiative.“Transatlantic cooperation remains essential to tackle global challenges while safeguarding shared values such as academic freedom and openness,” Zaharieva wrote on social media ahead of her visit.Related articlesERC walks back stricter resubmission rules for 2027Don’t feel guilty about poaching scientists fleeing Trump, US science body tells EuropeHer itinerary took in Stanford University’s business school and school of medicine, where topics for discussion included entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary collaboration. She also met with venture capital firms, including Playground Global, Forgepoint Capital and Akkadian Venture Capital, as well as the California Public Employees’ Retirement System, the largest public pension fund in the US.Other meetings included Jensen Huang, the chief executive of AI chip manufacturer Nvidia, and local business associations such as the Bay Area Council and EuroCham. European delegations in the area also received visits, including Advantage Austria and France’s La French Tech, and the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco.
Tony Inhorn (MS-EIA’26) bridges energy policy, science and community at Georgetown | School of Foreign Service
Tony Inhorn (MS-EIA'26) reflects on how Georgetown has shaped him as a student of climate and energy, collaborator, advocate and community member.
Toward Marine Cloud Brightening at Scale: A Science Agenda
Marine Cloud Brightening (MCB) is a Solar Radiation Management (SRM) solution to cool the planet by changing the albedo of low-altitude marine clouds to increase reflected shortwave radiation.
The best new science fiction books of May 2026
New science fiction from big names including Ann Leckie, Alan Moore and Martha Wells are just some of the exciting crop of titles out this month
Should schools limit kids’ screen time? The science is murky
Los Angeles public schools are limiting computer use in classrooms over health concerns. But experts say that approach is missing the problem
House proposes cuts to NOAA, science in new funding bill
The National Weather Service would get a boost, and it would be required to maintain staffing levels.
Bonham students notch another win before National Science Bowl
Bonham MS students have had a big year, with a regional science bowl win in January and a robotics title in April. Now, they're heading to nationals.
Trump Fires All 22 Board Members of National Science Foundation
The 22 members of the National Science Foundation board were informed in an email that they had been "terminated, effective immediately."
Want to help NASA with space science? Here's how to volunteer
Not everyone can be an astronaut, but you can still be an important part of NASA"s space exploration
Can You Really Choose Your ‘Best Baby’?
Silicon Valley-backed companies are selling $50,000 genetic tests to anxious parents, despite shaky science.
Reid Hoffman Thinks Doctors Should Ask AI for a Second Opinion
The LinkedIn cofounder now has an AI drug discovery startup—and thinks not asking chatbots for medical advice is “bordering on committing malpractice.”
AI could help human scientists pick promising research topics
Large language models flag up novel combinations of concepts in materials science
Thoughts on Theology in Science by Kenneth Francis: Berkeley Vs Solipsism
Even if reality were an illusion only perceived by spirits, then there is still a source of order for that illusion, a core source of reality.
At UCLA’s botanical garden, science blooms for young students
Living classroom field trips are helping K-12 students connect with nature, science and a university campus experience.
The National Science Board ousted by Trump was finalizing a report on China’s growing scientific edge over the United States
Three dismissed members warn EL PAÍS that the Republican is trying to take control of an institution protected by law: ‘This is unprecedented’
Alarm over Trump’s dismissal of entire science advisory board
Leaders dismayed as 22-member panel advising on National Science Foundation abruptly let go
Teachers’ knowledge of science of reading improves, Fordham reports
However, at least a quarter of K-3 teachers say they are not fully committed to the literacy model, according to new research.
J. Craig Venter, Scientist Who Decoded the Human Genome, Dies at 79
A risk-taking outsider, he brought speed, competition and controversy to one of science’s biggest races.
Making the case for curiosity-driven science
President Sally Kornbluth spoke in front of a packed crowd about growing challenges to the U.S. research ecosystem as funding for America’s top research universities becomes increasingly strained
Bonham Robotics team wins state, students advance to National Science Bowl
Students at Bonham Middle School are celebrating a major moment after earning a first-ever state championship in robotics and preparing to compete on a national stage.
Citizen Science Goes Underwater With Global Shark Census Launch
A new global shark and ray census paired with a hands-on conservation course could turn everyday dives into powerful scientific data, at a time when nearly one-third of these species face extinction.
Scientists Reveal Why Breast Cancer Risk Rises With Age
"With the most dramatic changes occurring at menopause."
UMass professor to receive award for helping advance food science
A UMass professor is being recognized with one of the highest honors someone in his field can receive.
Davenport’s Horizon Science Academy students earns top places at STEMCON
Horizon Science Academy Davenport, delivered an exceptional performance at Concept Schools’ annual STEMCON event, according to a news release. Competing against more than 1,000 students in grades 4…
Letter: Science and the liberal elite
From Lord Wallace of Saltaire, Liberal Democrat Peer, House of Lords, London SW1, UK
Science needs student advocates now more than ever
Trainee voices are essential to the future of research and patient care.
Science needs student advocates now more than ever
Trainee voices are essential to the future of research and patient care.
Student Science Researchers Are on Point | The East Hampton Star
At East Hampton High School’s annual Science Research Symposium last Thursday, 25 seniors shared their findings from three years of scientific research under the guidance of mentors in their chosen field, while sophomores and juniors offered a glimpse of their inquiries so far.