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Scientists engineer unsinkable metal tubes
The superhydrophobic design of unsinkable metal tubes could lead to resilient ships, floating platforms, and renewable energy innovations.
This odd vine contradicts long-standing evolutionary theory
‘They don’t follow the classic ideas of how we would have imagined the species evolved.’
AI Unlocks Hundreds of Cosmic Anomalies in Hubble Archive
Astronomers used a cutting-edge, AI-assisted technique to uncover rare astronomical phenomena within archived data from Hubble.
Data Science as Engineering: Foundations, Education, and Professional Identity
Recognize data science as an engineering practice and structure education accordingly.
How AI is transforming research: More papers, less quality, and a strained review system - Haas News
Mathijs De Vaan has long recognized the labor required to effectively communicate scientific findings. For the Netherlands native and UC Berkeley Haas associate professor of management, data and analyses are only half the battle; the rest is a time-intensive process of ensuring that complex, nuanced ideas are articulated with the precision that top-tier research demands. […]
Autism Science Foundation Releases Request for Applications for 2026 Undergraduate Summer Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders
New York, NY — January 27, 2026 — The Autism Science Foundation (ASF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and funding innovative autism research, has released its 2026 Request for Applications for Undergraduate Summer Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, a competitive funding opportunity designed to support undergraduate students pursuing basic or clinical autism research during
WSU projects draw on AI to advance medical science
AI is fueling change in how human health is studied and medical care is delivered.
Dark energy: what if the universe changed its destiny right before our eyes? - Futura-Sciences
A team of scientists—one of them among the original discoverers of dark energy and the accelerated expansion of space—has found a sharper, more reliable way to study this mysterious force. Their latest findings are raising ... Read more
'He's a treasure.' Why an eastern Idaho science teacher continues his career 41 years later
The minute kids walk into Mr. Alan Southern's classroom, they are captivated by his enthusiasm for teaching science.
City High Student of the Month presents at science fairs nationwide and started nonprofit to get science supplies in schools
Amal Eltayib started a nonprofit to benefit schools.
The Download: OpenAI’s plans for science, and chatbot age verification
Plus: tech workers are urging their CEOs to speak out against ICE
Shark attacks in Hawaii spike in October, and scientists think they know why
Sharktober is real in Hawaii — and it's down to the reproductive pattern of predatory tiger sharks, an analysis of 30 years of data reveals.
The tricky science of forecasting extreme winter weather
It doesn't help that the Trump administration is decimating climate research.
How Climate Superfund Bills Use Science to Make Polluters Pay
This week, communities across the country are asking their state legislators for a common-sense solution—using a practice that's been around for decades—to make polluters pay. In 1980, following decades of high-profile disasters from toxic pollution, Congress passed the Comprehensive Environmenta
Cuts to science and research in the U.S. over the past year
The administration cut science funding, withheld grants, and eliminated jobs in research areas that did not align. Nature, with visualization by Kim Albrecht, show the total impact so far. A treema…
Congress Should Prioritize Transparency and Accessibility in Live Entertainment Industry
January 27, 2026 The Honorable Marsha Blackburn Chairman Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy 357 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Hickenlooper Ranking Member Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy 316 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Chairman Blackburn, Ranking Membe, Author(s): Alexander Ciccone
This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without moving
Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they could create drugs that mimic exercise at the molecular level. The approach could protect fragile bones in people who are unable to stay active.
SRNL Appoints Jackson to Lead Science, Energy and Innovation Directorate
Savannah River National Laboratory has appointed Roderick Jackson as associate laboratory director for the Science, Energy and Innovation Directorate. January 27, 2026
Scientists may have been wrong about what causes asthma
Asthma may not be driven by the molecules scientists have blamed for decades. Researchers have identified “pseudo leukotrienes,” inflammation-triggering compounds formed by uncontrolled free-radical reactions rather than normal enzymes. These molecules were found at much higher levels in people with asthma, closely tracking how severe their symptoms were. The finding hints at a new way to treat asthma by preventing the inflammatory spark instead of blocking its aftermath.
My internship mapping toxic microbes: The power of community in coastal health monitoring
Hello! I’m Taylor Hart, a 2024 NOAA Hollings scholar studying earth system science with a minor in biological sciences at the University of California, Irvine. This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to intern at the National Coastal Centers for Ocean Science Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina! My research was focused on mapping the dis
Climate-risk scores shape billion-dollar decisions, and new study says science behind them needs to be more transparent
A new paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences argues that trustworthiness of climate-risk scores depends not just on the sophistication of the models used to produce the scores but also on whether the science behind them is open, reusable and transparent enough for others to examine, test and improve.
Science on Tap: Brains, banter and brews
Science on Tap provides a community for every kind of science enthusiast — from those who have done ten years of scholarly research to those who have seen ten episodes of “The Big Bang Theory.”
New Research on the Cognitive Science of Creativity
Creativity is more than just a spark. New brain scan studies reveal the complicated interplay between multiple brain systems.
God, Science, and Andrew Huberman
Given his influence, it's not surprising that Huberman’s remarks went viral. Not only does he believe in God, it's not merely theoretical.
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Rather than promoting deeper literacy skills, the phonics-based approach 'may unintentionally encourage teachers to focus on surface-level goals.'
Report: In Some Urban Districts, Science of Reading Limits ‘Robust Comprehension’
Four school districts in major urban areas using the science of reading found while students are grasping basic literacy skills, limitations toward deeper comprehension still exist, according to a new study. The “Robust Reading Comprehension” report, conducted by nonprofit research organization SRI, examined literacy instruction in districts in Texas, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia that […]
AI may accelerate scientific progress — but here's why it can't replace human scientists
The achievements of AI-augmented science are mixed, but that doesn't mean the technology can't play a role in future endeavors.
Scientists Push for More Ambitious Climate Targets
Researchers say a line has been crossed. For systems like coral reefs and ice sheets, the climate is already past safe.
Sidelining Black women in clinical trials is not just a moral failure. It’s bad science
When trial participants aren't representative, the evidence for universally adopted cancer treatment guidelines is incomplete.
9 influencers shaping health information online, for better or worse
The qualified medical experts, the pseudoscientific entertainers, and the MAHA mobilizers leading online health content today.
January 27, 2026: Workshop Materials Available From ‘Dissemination and Implementation in Embedded Pragmatic Trials: Science-Powered Strategies to Sustain and Spread Effective Interventions'
Complete materials are now available from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory’s recent workshop, “Dissemination and Implementation in Embedded Pragmatic Trials: Science-Powered Strategies to Sustain and Spread Effective Interventions.” The full-day […]
When open science meets real-world cybersecurity
CISO discusses research-driven cybersecurity challenges at Fermilab, from availability-first systems to securing legacy infrastructure.
Industry Leaders Predict Life Science Trends for 2026
2026 will be the year that artificial intelligence accelerates multiple aspects of the drug discovery and development pipeline, industry leaders predict.
NASA seeks partners for Earth Science extended missions
NASA seeks partners for Earth Science extended missions
A digital twin for real-time biodiversity forecasting with citizen science data
Nature Ecology & Evolution - Citizen science data are increasingly used in biodiversity monitoring. This study applies a digital twin approach to biodiversity monitoring using a large citizen...
Curious Kids: USU Interpreter and Scientist Team to Create Science-Learning Magic for Children
Translator and interpreter Elsa Pérez and biologist Justin James provided expertise for the
Scientists finally explain Earth’s strangest fossils
The Ediacara Biota are some of the strangest fossils ever found—soft-bodied organisms preserved in remarkable detail where preservation shouldn’t be possible. Scientists now think their survival in sandstone came from unusual ancient seawater chemistry that created clay “cements” around their bodies after burial. This process captured delicate shapes that would normally vanish. The finding helps clarify how complex life emerged before the Cambrian Explosion.
Scientists say quantum tech has reached its transistor moment
Quantum technology has reached a turning point, echoing the early days of modern computing. Researchers say functional quantum systems now exist, but scaling them into truly powerful machines will require major advances in engineering and manufacturing. By comparing different quantum platforms, the study reveals both impressive progress and steep challenges ahead. History suggests the payoff could be enormous—but not immediate.
From war damage to heart repair: ERC grantees supported to turn their science into practice
The European Research Council (ERC) has published the outcomes of the last 2025 round of its Proof of Concept Grants. In this round, 136 grantees will each receive €150 000, supporting them in exploring how their scientific results can move towards practical application or early commercial use. With these awards, the total number of Proof of Concept Grants under the ERC 2025 Work Programme reached 300, representing an overall budget of €45 million. The scheme is funded under Horizon Europe, the EU’s framework programme for research and innovation.
Citizen science and the challenge of measuring urban sustainability
Cities are expected to track sustainability progress with data that are often incomplete, outdated, or available only at national level. New research led by IIASA in collaboration with UN-Habitat finds ...
Prop Firm Success Story: From Avoiding a $20K 'Lesson' To Reinvesting in His Business With an Apex Funded Account
$20,000. That's the amount of money Robert Anderson would've lost before his first payout had he traded futures through a brokerage. "That's $20,000 I could've lost while I'm not being the disciplined trader I need to be, in the mental...
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Sundance Institute Name Winners of Science-In-Film Initiative’s Feature Film Prize and Artist Grants
L–R: Jonathan Cuchacovich, Sonia Kennebeck, Alan Fischer, Daeil Kim, Andrew Stanton, Colby Day, Tetiana Anderson 2026 Sundance Film Festival Awards Juried Sloan Feature Film Prize to In The Blink of An Eye by Director Andrew Stanton and Grants Three Screenwriting Fellowships PARK CITY, UTAH, JANUARY 26, 2026 — Today at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival,
Montana State invites community to Science Night on Feb. 5
Science Night will feature hands-on demonstrations from MSU researchers and students in the Strand Union Building ballrooms.
Top Research Stories of 2025: UT Health Science Center’s Year of Impact
UT Health Sciences advanced what’s possible for research, health care, and collaboration across Tennessee and beyond.
A winter storm, a viral claim and what the science actually says
After President Trump pointed to a winter storm as evidence against global warming, North Carolina scientists point to decades of warming winter data.
Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece
Scientists say two artifacts found at a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools uncovered so far
Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece
Scientists say two artifacts found at a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools uncovered so far.
Scientists launch AI DinoTracker app that identifies dinosaur footprints
Researchers say artificial intelligence system matches human expert classification about 90% of the time
Science panel to begin hard structures on coastlines report
The Coastal Resources Commission's science panel will meet Thursday to begin planning a report on the effects of hardened structures on coastlines.
European investment firm Gimv calls it quits on new life science financing
European investment firm Gimv will no longer put funds into the li | European investment firm Gimv will no longer put funds into the life sciences sector, choosing instead to focus on its long-term investments and finding new value in four other key areas.
The science of why video evidence can mess with our brain
Why can people watch the same video footage and see different things? Neuroscience can help explain
Inside OpenAI’s big play for science
An exclusive conversation with Kevin Weil, head of the firm’s new AI for Science team.
Amendment 41: A.10 INNOVATE Updates
A.10 Impactful and novel use of NASA earth observations and models for value-added applications, technology, and societal benefits (INNOVATE) solicits
THE WEEK OF JAN 26, 2026
- Science funded as partial shutdown looms - House considers quantum science - Scientists oppose Trump’s Greenland push
UF Health transplant specialties again rank among nation’s best
Rankings are based on data recently released from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients
HDUs help deliver quality and cost improvements, Medicaid leaders say
Melissa Kotrys of the Contexture health information exchange previews her HIMSS26 panel session exploring how health data utility capabilities support Medicaid and public health objectives.
Astronaut Ellison Onizuka Science Day Returns To Hilo
HILO, Hawaiʻi – On the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy, the life and legacy of Hawaiʻi’s first NASA astronaut was celebrated.
University of Tampa to break ground on five-story science center
The University of Tampa will start building a 153,000-square-foot science center this spring, opening in 2029 as its largest academic investment.
NASA Resumes Efforts to Reestablish Contact With MAVEN
As spacecraft and rovers at Mars emerge from solar conjunction – a period when the Red Planet and Earth are on opposite sides of the Sun and contact with Mars
Minnesota medtech companies call for ‘de-escalation’ after Alex Pretti’s death
Executives from two of the world’s largest medtech companies, Medtronic and Boston Scientific, are among the leaders calling for "state, local and federal officials to work together to find real solutions."
Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies
A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together.
Astronomers unveil map of dark matter's distribution in universe
Using observations from the James Webb Space Telescope in a patch of the sky covering almost three times the area of the full moon, scientists have created the most detailed cosmic map to date of the mysterious substance called dark matter that accounts for most of the stuff that populates the universe.
Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies
A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together
Europa Science Experience
Discover how the JRC supports EU policymaking and impacts our daily lives at the Europa Science Experience.
Gates come down at Seattle Center's Pacific Science Center
Pacific Science Center in Seattle Center has restored public access to its Yamasaki Courtyard by removing the gates and ticket booth at its north entrance.
Ecoinformatics lets student explore science in nature
Texas A&M ecoinformatics enables students to explore science in nature with real-world data, field research and technology-driven learning.
90 million years ago, Antarctica was green: The science behind its lost rainforest | - The Times of India
Science News: Imagine a great, green rainforest thriving inside the icy land that exists today. It might sound like science fiction, but research shows that Antarct.
UTampa to build new Science Center along Hillsborough River
The University of Tampa will build a new riverfront Science Center to expand research teaching and workforce readiness in health care and science fields.
Landsat Science at AGU25
Landsat science highlights from the American Geophysical Union 2025 Fall Meeting (AGU25).
Mars Could Turn Green… And It’s No Longer Just Science Fiction
New research suggests making Mars green could be a real, testable goal, if we're ready to take the ethical leap.
Causal ML for the Aspiring Data Scientist
An accessible introduction to causal inference and ML
A hidden magnetic order could unlock superconductivity
Physicists have discovered that hidden magnetic order plays a key role in the pseudogap, a puzzling state of matter that appears just before certain materials become superconductors. Using an ultra-cold quantum simulator, the team found that even when magnetism seems disrupted, subtle and universal magnetic patterns persist beneath the surface. These patterns closely track the temperature at which the pseudogap forms, suggesting magnetism may help set the stage for superconductivity.
Outdoor learning at Burke Lake shows students science career pathways
Environmental science and policy professor Cynthia Smith organizes outdoor education programs for seventh graders across the county, diving into the importance of hands-on research and environmental conservation.
Books that shaped a universe: Reiff reflects on science, curiosity and imagination
For more than five decades, Patricia Reiff has explored the forces that shape Earth’s place in space. But when the Rice professor of physics and astronomy took the stage Jan. 15 for Friends of Fondren Library’s Books That Shaped My World series, her focus shifted from spacecraft and data to the books and people that have influenced how she thinks, teaches and lives.
The magnetic secret inside steel finally explained
For years, scientists noticed that magnetic fields could improve steel, but no one knew exactly why. New simulations reveal that magnetism changes how iron atoms behave, making it harder for carbon atoms to slip through the metal. This slows diffusion at the atomic level and alters steel’s internal structure. The insight could lead to more efficient, lower-energy ways to make stronger steel.
A strange in-between state of matter is finally observed
When materials become just one atom thick, melting no longer follows the familiar rules. Instead of jumping straight from solid to liquid, an unusual in-between state emerges, where atomic positions loosen like a liquid but still keep some solid-like order. Scientists at the University of Vienna have now captured this elusive “hexatic” phase in real time by filming an ultra-thin silver iodide crystal as it melted inside a protective graphene sandwich.
Distant entangled atoms acting as one sensor deliver stunning precision
Researchers have demonstrated that quantum entanglement can link atoms across space to improve measurement accuracy. By splitting an entangled group of atoms into separate clouds, they were able to measure electromagnetic fields more precisely than before. The technique takes advantage of quantum connections acting at a distance. It could enhance tools such as atomic clocks and gravity sensors.
Are meat eaters more likely to live to 100? Here’s what the science says
A recent study found that people who don’t eat meat may be less likely than meat eaters to reach the age of 100
Cleaning ice off your car: Meteorologist shares science-backed tips
Storm Team4 Meteorologist Ryan Miller shows some hacks for cleaning off a car after a winter storm dumped sleet and ice.
Scientists just got the clearest picture of the dark universe yet: 'Now the dream has come true'
"These results from the Dark Energy Survey shine new light on our understanding of the universe and its expansion."
Birdbrained Science: Aw, nuts!
Welcome back to Birdbrained Science! I’m sure many of us are probably still shaking off the unstructured bed-rotting of winter break and trying to remember how to get back into the routine of being…
Despair-Inducing Analysis Shows AI Eroding the Reliability of Science Publishing
A flood of slop has arrived in science, and everyone has to get less lazy. But does 2026 feel like a time when anyone, anywhere, is getting less lazy?
Embracing sauna culture can lower dementia risk and boost brain health
Columnist Helen Thomson investigates the neurological benefits of saunas, and how heat therapy can have anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body
Exclusive: OpenAI wants to be a scientific research partner
AI is increasingly being used as a research collaborator for mathematicians and scientists.
Science Slam in Cologne: When researchers steal the show
As a PhD candidate at University Hospital Cologne, Verena Dzialas researches neurogenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. On stage at Science Slam events, she explains complex brain processes in accessible ways.
National Academy of Sciences salutes Schnable for pioneering work
The National Academy of Sciences has awarded Husker plant geneticist James Schnable one of its highest honors for multiple advancements he has achieved in plant science. “Schnable’s pioneering innovations in plant genomics, quantitative genetics and phenotyping are reshaping how we understand, improve and sustain the world’s major crops,” the organization said in awarding him the 2026 NAS Prize in Food and Agriculture Sciences.
Doctors ignore new federal vaccine recommendations to stick with science
The American Academy of Pediatrics on Monday released its updated recommendations for what vaccines children should get. It’s a routine revision, hardly different from last year’s recommendations, but it carries more significance this year: More states and doctors are relying on it instead of a controversial new schedule from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Doctors ignore new federal vaccine recommendations to stick with science
The American Academy of Pediatrics on Monday released its updated recommendations for what vaccines children should get. It’s a routine revision, hardly different from last year’s recommendations, but it carries more significance this year: More states and doctors are relying on it instead of a controversial new schedule from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Doctors ignore new federal vaccine recommendations to stick with science
The American Academy of Pediatrics on Monday released its updated recommendations for what vaccines children should get. It’s a routine revision, hardly different from last year’s recommendations, but it carries more significance this year: More states and doctors are relying on it instead of a controversial new schedule from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Finding Freshwater in Great Salt Lake
Reed-covered mounds exposed by declining water levels reveal an unexpected network of freshwater springs that feed directly into the lake basin.
2026 Hill Prizes for Texas science, technology, health announced
The seven $500,000 awards from Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology in collaboration with Lyda Hill Philanthropies will support top researchers to drive groundbreaking innovations across the state....
Bay science: Trying to unlock shrimp biology with baking soda
Burrowing shrimp are a well-documented native pest species in Willapa Bay that have been a nuisance to bottom-culture shellfish farmers for over a century. Methods for controlling shrimp populations have […]
Padma award 2026: 8 from Karnataka among awardees across art, science and social work | Bengaluru News - The Times of India
BENGALURU: Eight people from Karnataka figure in the Padma award list announced Sunday - a list that spans classical scholarship, grassroots social wo.
Mathieu Lehanneur On Turning Science Into Emotional Design
From childhood influences to global recognition, Paris-based Mathieu Lehanneur, one of France’s leading designers, reveals how curiosity and experimentation drive his singular approach.
We’re announcing the twelve recipients of our AI for Science fund
A look at the 12 recipients of the first AI for Science fund.
Scientists assemble the most detailed map of dark matter ever
Dark matter is a mysterious substance that glues galaxies together. This map from the James Webb Space Telescope could help scientists finally figure out what it is.
Alzheimer’s may trick the brain into erasing its own memories
Alzheimer’s may destroy memory by flipping a single molecular switch that tells neurons to prune their own connections. Researchers found that both amyloid beta and inflammation converge on the same receptor, triggering synapse loss. Surprisingly, neurons aren’t passive victims—they actively respond to these signals. Targeting this receptor could offer a new way to protect memory beyond current amyloid-focused drugs.
Why so many women are vitamin D deficient
Scientists are still untangling why the nutrient gap persists—and what it reveals about how women’s health is studied and treated.