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St. Louis Science Center welcomes Blue Whale Story in May
Science Center fans and visitors will soon be able to stand beside an 80-foot Blue Whale and hear surround-sound of its whale calls.
Moth art exhibit brings science and creativity together at UAB
The collaboration with the Birmingham Zoo highlights how nature can inspire learning in new ways.
Civic Conversations Talks About the Loss of Science Funding with Professor Thomas Kaufman
In January, Civic Conversations welcomed Thomas Kaufman, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biology at Indiana University, to discuss the impact of the loss of science funding in the United States…
Blindness may no longer be irreversible. A discovery in South Korea just changed the science. - Futura-Sciences
More than 300 million people worldwide live with retinal diseases that medicine cannot yet reverse. Conditions like retinitis pigmentosa and macular degeneration destroy the photoreceptor cells that make sight possible, and once those cells die, they don’t come back, at least not in mammals. The reason puzzled researchers for decades,...
What Scientists Fear Most Is Happening in the Oceans - Futura-Sciences
To compile the report, 120 experts from around the globe analyzed satellite observations alongside direct measurements taken in the water. Their conclusion is stark. The rate of ocean warming has accelerated sharply since the 1960s and has nearly doubled since 2005. On average, global ocean temperatures are rising by +0.13°C...
PRESS RELEASE: State Water Contractors release annual science Report
Report shares updates on six studies funded by SWC’s Science Program designed to guide California water management techniques to protect fish and wildlife Press release from the State Water Contractors Today, the State Water Contractors (SWC) released its Annual Science Report for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The report provides updates on six studies, initially funded by more than $4 million from SWC’s Science Program in 2023, designed to generate actionable science that supports fish and habitat protection while maintaining a sustainable water […]
Broaden your horizons at Atlanta Science Festival
Experience the wonders of science at the Atlanta Science Festival in March. Enjoy interactive events, explore different topics, and have fun!
At the World’s Largest General Science Meeting, Surviving Trump Is the Topic
“This is really a turning point and we’re in a historical transition at present.”
Benjamin Logan Elementary celebrates 2026 Science Fair
Benjamin Logan Elementary recently hosted its Annual Science Fair, and the results were impressive. Students in grades 1–4 brought their curiosity and creativity to life […]
This 14-Year-Old Science Fiction Fantasy Film Just Hit No. 1 on Netflix
This 14-year-old sci-fi fantasy just hit No. 1 on Netflix, thrilling fans and proving some movies only get better with time.
Can you really survive on Mars? What science fiction gets wrong about off-world living
Arnie said, "Get your ass to Mars", but is it really a good idea? We asked the experts about our Martian future.
Dutch high school science hours to drop up to 30% under new curriculum
Dutch secondary school students are set to face a significant reduction in science class hours as a new national curriculum takes effect in August 2027, raising concerns among educators about the future of technically skilled graduates, Trouw reports.
This Extreme Radiation-Resistant Organism Evolved a Remarkable Ability
How is this possible?
Scientists discover why high altitude protects against diabetes
Living at high altitude appears to protect against diabetes, and scientists have finally discovered the reason. When oxygen levels drop, red blood cells switch into a new metabolic mode and absorb large amounts of glucose from the blood. This helps the body cope with thin air while also reducing blood sugar levels. A drug that recreates this effect reversed diabetes in mice, hinting at a powerful new treatment strategy.
“Celtic curse” hotspots found in Scotland and Ireland with 1 in 54 at risk
Researchers have mapped the genetic risk of hemochromatosis across the UK and Ireland for the first time, uncovering striking hotspots in north-west Ireland and the Outer Hebrides. In some regions, around one in 60 people carry the high-risk gene variant linked to iron overload. The condition can take decades to surface but may lead to liver cancer and arthritis if untreated.
Science news this week: China's AI kung fu robots, physicists' re-creation of the Big Bang soup, and a teenager buried with her father's bones on her chest
Feb. 21, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
Scientists may have found the holy grail of quantum computing
Scientists may have spotted a long-sought triplet superconductor — a material that can transmit both electricity and electron spin with zero resistance. That ability could dramatically stabilize quantum computers while slashing their energy use. Early experiments suggest the alloy NbRe behaves unlike any conventional superconductor. If verified, it could become a cornerstone of next-generation quantum and spintronic technology.
Do Human Pheromones Actually Exist? We Asked A Biologist
And why the nipple might be our best bet.
This Week in Science: Children of Chernobyl, Hair Loss Light Therapy, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
This Week in Science: Children of Chernobyl, Hair Loss Light Therapy, And More!
Our weekly science news roundup.
Want to Raise Successful Kids? Science Says Teach Them to Avoid This Common Habit
Habits that feel most ordinary today often matter the most in years to come.
Science Hill High School students protest ICE during walkout
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – On Friday afternoon, students at Science Hill High School participated in a walkout in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Parents, community me…
The science behind exercise and why it's good for our bodies
This will come as a surprise to no one, but exercise is really good for us. But why it works and how it works are far less understood. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores that with Stanford University’s Euan Ashley. He's a professor of genomics and cardiovascular medicine and is part of a team trying to understand, at the very molecular level, how exercise changes our bodies, and why.
The science behind exercise and why it's good for our bodies
This will come as a surprise to no one, but exercise is really good for us. But why it works and how it works are far less understood. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores that with Stanford University’s Euan Ashley. He's a professor of genomics and cardiovascular medicine and is part of a team trying to understand, at the very molecular level, how exercise changes our bodies, and why.
Autism Rates Appear To Be Even Across Sexes. Diagnosis Is Not | Science Friday
There’s a long-held idea that autism is more prevalent in boys than girls—the CDC says it’s three times as common. But a growing body of research suggests the reality is more complica...
Common pneumonia bacterium may fuel Alzheimer’s disease
A common bacterium best known for causing pneumonia and sinus infections may also play a surprising role in Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that Chlamydia pneumoniae can invade the retina and brain, where it sparks inflammation, nerve cell death, and the buildup of amyloid-beta—the hallmark protein linked to Alzheimer’s. Higher levels of the bacterium were found in people with Alzheimer’s, especially those carrying the high-risk APOE4 gene, and were tied to more severe cognitive decline.
Rangeland Resource Science Students Earn Recognition at 2026 National Competition
Students in Cal Poly Humboldt’s newly accredited Rangeland Resource Science program placed fifth overall in the 2026 Society for Range Management (SRM) student competition and ranked second among U.S
Rochester Museum of Science hosts National Engineers Week event
Rochester, N.Y. A day of adventure at the Rochester Museum and Science Center.
Montana’s Science Olympiad champions will head to nationals
More than 70 middle and high school teams participated in Montana’s 42nd Science Olympiad at Montana State University on Thursday, Feb. 19.
UCSB computer science department to offer undergraduate major in AI
Courses in the new major, based in the Computer Science Department and part of the Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering, will be offered starting in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Schweitzer Fellow supporting refugee community with mental health workshops
Adam Khan, a fourth-year medical student at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, partnered with YWCA Tulsa to host mental health workshops as a part of the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship.
Schubert Biochemistry Lab Advances Science and Patient Care
The Schubert Research Clinic Biochemistry Laboratory plays a critical role in supporting investigators by delivering high-quality clinical and research assays that move science—and patient care—forward.
Ocean floor expedition discovers creatures never cataloged by science
Expedition in Argentina discovers enormous reef and nearly 30 species never before recorded in the deep Atlantic.
February 20, 2026
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys, but data suggest that’s not true. Plus, an update on the first state-run psilocybin therapy programs, and why the American Medical Association is joining an effort to launch an independent vaccine review panel. And, what record-low snowpack in Utah and Colorado means for the region's water supply.
Scientists May Have Found The Key Cellular Process Behind Aging in Animals
A new path to longevity?
Scientists May Have Found The Key Cellular Process Behind Aging in Animals
A new path to longevity?
Hormel sells whole-turkey business to another Minnesota company, but Jennie-O remains
Waning consumer demand and volatile commodity prices have put pressure on poultry producers. Life-Science Innovations already owns other bird facilities throughout the state.
Virginia colleges see shift in top majors since 2004
SCHEV data shows top majors shifting toward business, health and computer science since 2004.
Citizen science: Map the Earth's magnetic shield with the Space Umbrella Project
A stream of charged particles known as the solar wind flows from the sun toward Earth. Here, it meets Earth's magnetic fields, which shield our planet like a giant umbrella. The Space Umbrella project ...
NASA Is Helping Bring Giant Tortoises Back to the Galápagos
Giant tortoises are returning to Floreana Island after more than 150 years, guided by NASA data that shows suitable areas for release.
Texas A&M animal science faculty and graduate student earn national honors
Department of Animal Science faculty member and doctoral student received prestigious honors from the American Society of Animal Science.
Autism Rates Appear To Be Even Across Sexes. Diagnosis Is Not
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys—but data suggest that’s not true.
UT Dallas’ BrainHealth Week brings brain science to the public
The University of Texas at Dallas is bringing back its BrainHealth Week for a fourth year. The conference will run from Feb. 23-28 and offer a slate of public...
Behind the Science: A New Path to Tackling Metastatic Breast Cancer
In recent decades, advances in breast cancer treatment have helped to improve health outcomes for many patients, but scientists remain vigilant in their quest to further reduce both the incidence and impact of the disease.
'Freak of Nature': Scientists Think Greenland's Ice Is Churning Like Molten Rock
A decade-old mystery solved.
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
Five honored at Translational Science and Research Forum
Translational research brings discoveries from the laboratory and preclinical studies forward to clinical trials and studies in humans.
Eastside High School student headed for international science fair
EHS sophomore Pranav Mannam took both the first-place prize in the Engineering and Material Science Senior Division and Overall Best in Show.
An Unwavering Belief in Science, Creativity, and Equity: The Legacy of Dr. William H. Foege
In our bitterly partisan age, where science and public health are distrusted, even denigrated, there is a better part of America.
Mystery Science Theater 3000′s Mike Nelson on His Return to the Satellite of Love
Mike Nelson is returning to Mystery Science Theater's Satellite of Love for new episodes after a 27 year absence.
Project Quack Teaches Computer Science Students How to Build
Every year, new computer science students arrive at Stony Brook with the same quiet question: How do I start building something real? Project Quack was created for those students, but it doesn’t end with them. Hosted by the student-run organization Stony Brook Computing Society (SBCS), the mentorship program reflects a shift within the organization itself: from
How quantum science is moving from lab to hospital
Greg Engel and Julian Solway are leading the new UChicago Berggren Center to bring quantum tools into the clinic. In a Q&A, they explain what that means for patients
Scientists reveal how exercise protects the brain from Alzheimer’s
Exercise may sharpen the mind by repairing the brain’s protective shield. Researchers found that physical activity prompts the liver to release an enzyme that removes a harmful protein causing the blood-brain barrier to become leaky with age. In older mice, dialing down this protein reduced inflammation and improved memory. The discovery points to a surprising body-to-brain pathway that could inspire new Alzheimer’s therapies.
Science Democrats Concerned Over Reports of Problematic NIST Policy for Foreign Researchers
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
Quantum computer breakthrough tracks qubit fluctuations in real time
Qubits, the heart of quantum computers, can change performance in fractions of a second — but until now, scientists couldn’t see it happening. Researchers at NBI have built a real-time monitoring system that tracks these rapid fluctuations about 100 times faster than previous methods. Using fast FPGA-based control hardware, they can instantly identify when a qubit shifts from “good” to “bad.” The discovery opens a new path toward stabilizing and scaling future quantum processors.
Scientists just mapped mysterious earthquakes deep inside Earth
Scientists at Stanford have unveiled the first-ever global map of rare earthquakes that rumble deep within Earth’s mantle rather than its crust. Long debated and notoriously difficult to confirm, these elusive quakes turn out to cluster in regions like the Himalayas and near the Bering Strait. By developing a breakthrough method that distinguishes mantle quakes using subtle differences in seismic waves, researchers identified hundreds of these hidden tremors worldwide.
Alabama sets limits on science used for regulations
The measure, which Gov. Kay Ivey agreed to Thursday, takes it cues from an executive order signed by President Donald Trump.
Q&A: How Trump is threatening climate science in Earth’s polar regions
Carbon Brief speaks to experts about what Trump’s sweeping changes could mean for climate science at Earth’s poles.
Science & Nature News and Features
Delve into the wonders of science and nature on Smithsonian Magazine's category page. Explore fascinating articles, discoveries and natural phenomena.
With federal research funding uncertain, states debate new science initiatives
A handful of states are considering initiatives to increase funding for scientific research as uncertainty around federal dollars has grown.
Fauci discusses HIV cure, renewed trust in medical research
"You know, an anti-science attitude together with an anti-vaccine attitude is not very good for the public health of the country or the world," Fauci said.
Q&A: How the 'science of reading' is reshaping literacy education
Stanford Professor Rebecca Silverman discusses a transformative movement backed by research that is changing literacy instruction in schools nationwide. After decades of debate over the most effective ...
This Tiny Glass Square Could Store 2 Million Books of Data For 10,000 Years
'Written' with femtosecond laser flashes.
AI is threatening science jobs. Which ones are most at risk?
Nature - Data-analysis and modelling positions are already becoming obsolete, but hands-on experimentalists can breathe easy for now.
Chemists share a love of science at 2026 ACS Singapore Chapter Youth Challenge
The one-day event, celebrating achievements of young chemists, took place on Valentine’s Day
Doctors implant dopamine-producing stem cells in Parkinson’s patients
A groundbreaking clinical trial is testing whether specially engineered stem cells can help the brain restore its own dopamine production in people with Parkinson’s disease. Because the condition is driven by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing cells—leading to tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement—researchers are implanting lab-grown cells directly into the brain’s movement center to replace what’s been lost.
Replacing animals in science: what the UK’s new strategy means
Find out how the UK is leading the way in replacing animals in science with strategies that promote non-animal research methods.
Scientists uncover oxygen-loving ancestor of all complex life
For decades, scientists have believed that complex life began when two very different microbes joined forces, eventually giving rise to plants, animals, and fungi. But one major puzzle remained: how could these organisms have met if one depended on oxygen and the other supposedly lived without it? New research suggests the answer lies in ancient microbes called Asgard archaea.
The College of Education and Human Sciences to honor 45 Seniors of Distinction
The College of Education and Human Sciences has recognized 45 students as 2026 Seniors of Distinction. The Student Affairs committee selects students each year who represent leadership; academic excellence and service; and have shown commitment to Oklahoma State University’s land-grant mission.
Can the mental health benefits of exercise be bottled?
We all know the feeling: the mental clarity that comes after a good run or a heavy workout. Science backs this up, even showing that for non-severe depression, exercise can be just as effective as antidepressants ...
Eastside student wins spot International Science and Engineering Fair
Pranav Mannam among 15 Alachua County students also headed to state.
UT Launches New School of Computing, Uniting Computer and Data Science, Statistics, Information Disciplines
New school will unite key strengths to establish a center of excellence, strengthening interdisciplinary research and preparing talent for a rapidly changing economy.
The science that saved Briar
How a U cardiologist's research into genes associated with sudden death in young people saved the life of a girl from rural Utah.
Astonishing Spinosaur Unearthed in The Sahara Is Unlike Any Seen Before
"This find was so sudden and amazing."
New 'scimitar-crested' Spinosaurus species discovered in the central Sahara
A paper published in Science describes the discovery of Spinosaurus mirabilis, a new spinosaurid species found in Niger. A 20-person team led by Paul Sereno, Ph.D., Professor of Organismal Biology and ...
ASU student group brings hands-on science to local elementary classrooms
Science Detectives offers free, experiment-based STEM lessons to Tempe and Mesa elementary students.
An ‘astonishingly’ large new dinosaur species has been discovered in the Sahara | BBC Science Focus Magazine
This school-bus-sized predator was so unusual that scientists didn't recognise it at first
Oregon health officials are now calling measles an ‘outbreak’: What that means
Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Health and Science University are holding a media briefing to share an update on the state’s five measles cases so far in 2026, four of which have been link…
Snowball Earth might have had a dynamic climate and open seas
Sediments from Scotland hint that ocean-atmosphere interactions continued more than 600 million years ago despite widespread ice.
Trump administration slashes away at science, but scientists are pushing back
Pulling the plug on the National Center for Atmospheric Research is part of a "systematic destruction" of American science.
Ten new insights in climate science
Each year, the world's leading climate scientists evaluate the most critical evidence on how our planet is changing. Their assessments draw heavily on data from Earth-observing satellites—and the latest ...
Scientists Grew Mini Brains, Then Trained Them to Solve an Engineering Problem
A step toward studying how disease changes the brain’s ability to learn.
Leading biomedical engineer John Fisher to direct Notre Dame’s Bioengineering & Life Sciences Initiative
Internationally recognized biomedical engineer John Fisher will join the University of Notre Dame as director of the campus-wide Bioengineering & Li...
Accelerating Science with Digital Twins
Researchers at Berkeley Lab are building digital twins that link physical systems with AI-informed models to accelerate discovery.
Science fiction blinded us to the perils of settling Mars
Science fiction romanticized Mars as a place of adventure and future settlement; science tells a very different story.
Museum of Innovation and Science features the mechanics of muscle plasticity
How the lightning strikes of nuclear science will fill foundational radiation research gaps
One path to becoming a successful researcher is to find an under explored scientific niche and add knowledge where it didn’t exist before.
Map the Earth’s Magnetic Shield with the Space Umbrella Project
Use data from NASA’s Magnetosphere Multiscale Mission to shed light on solar storms. For anyone with a laptop or cell.
Data Science for Social Good Fellowship comes to Johns Hopkins
The Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence will host graduate students from across the country to deploy data science for social impact
Getting hands-on with LEDs and logic to make science tangible in the classroom
How do you make the complex reality of chips and electronics accessible to a broad audience? TU/e researcher Elles Raaijmakers believes an educational game can do just that. In the game I.C. Tycoon (working ...
Small But Mighty Microplate Reader Could Transform NASA Research
A compact microplate reader heading to the International Space Station could deliver space science results more quickly.
Scientists discover the body’s hidden “off switch” for inflammation
A new human study has uncovered how the body naturally turns off inflammation. Researchers found that fat-derived molecules called epoxy-oxylipins rein in immune cells that can otherwise drive chronic disease. Using a drug to boost these molecules reduced pain faster and lowered harmful inflammatory cells. The discovery could pave the way for safer treatments for arthritis, heart disease, and other inflammation-related conditions.
A Record-Breaking Drill Beneath Antarctic Ice Revealed a Big Surprise
Peering back 23 million years into history.
‘We’re no longer attracting top talent’: the brain drain killing American science
As Trump slashes science funding, young researchers flee abroad. Without solid innovation, the US could cease to have the largest biomedical ecosystem in the world
Can Science Account for Consciousness?
A debate about consciousness with the panpsychist Philip Goff.
Column | 8 science-backed habits for a healthier heart
People who focus on these things not only have better cardiovascular health, but are also protected against conditions such as diabetes, dementia and cancer.
Column | 8 science-backed habits for a healthier heart
People who focus on these things not only have better cardiovascular health, but are also protected against conditions such as diabetes, dementia and cancer.
Be a part of the FSU MagLab's science story at Open House
The FSU MagLab celebrates books and literature at its free, family-friendly science festival set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21.