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Michael Bloomberg Gives $155 Million to Museum of Science, Boston for New Civic Wing
Michael Bloomberg has donated $155 million to the Museum of Science, Boston through Bloomberg Philanthropies, funding a new public venue designed to bring... Read More
Is intelligence really passed down by our parents? What science says today - Futura-Sciences
“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” as the saying goes. But is popular belief enough to conclude that intelligence is hereditary? There are plenty of examples of parents who appear to have intellectual abilities that differ from those of their children. That is because other factors, such as...
Scientists Find More Than 1,000 DNA Variants Linked to Personality Traits
More than one million genomes helped identify DNA variants linked to extroversion, agreeableness, neuroticism and more. Researchers measured how those traits influenced how people lived.
Scientists to Classrooms: A thriving Science News Learning outreach program
For three years, classrooms participating in Science News Learning have welcomed scientists to share their research and career journeys, giving…
Voyages of Discovery: 20 years exploring the arts and sciences
ECU’s Voyages of Discovery series provides the community with access to impactful innovators and prominent leaders in the arts and sciences.
Seattle science powerhouses bet big on AI-designed biology
A new $95 million project could yield cancer treatments, genetic switches and plastic-eating enzymes.
People on the Move: Leo Russo, PhD, Joins Life Science Cares Philadelphia Board of Advisors
Life Science Cares Philadelphia has welcomed Leo Russo, PhD, to its Board of Advisors, bringing more than 25 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in…
Scientists Planted 2,000 Pairs of Underwear in the Dirt. It Revealed a Lot About the Health of Our Planet.
Adding a whole new meaning to the phrase “soiled underwear.”
My unsung hero of science: Harriet Taylor Mill, the radical feminist philosopher who lived in the shadow of her husband
Taylor Mill cut to the heart of issues in political thought such as patriarchy, socio-economic justice and freedom.
Scientists Bent Graphene Almost as Sharply as Atoms Allow and Something Strange Happened
A long-sought effect emerges when graphene is bent to the max.
Television Academy and National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announce Recipients of 2026 Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Awards
Emmys for Exceptional Achievement in Broadcast Technology to be Presented Oct. 14 in Los Angeles
Australian science prize awarded to researcher studying memory accuracy of domestic violence survivors
Helen Paterson’s work on advancing how police and courts understand memory is recognised in prestigious Eureka prizes
Scientists Just Made a Game-Changing Discovery: Diamonds Can Produce Electricity
Scientists long thought this pricey piece of carbon held no piezoelectric properties, but a new study says that isn’t the case.
NASA scientists discover a giant 10-sided pattern on Saturn
A huge 10-sided atmospheric pattern has appeared around Saturn’s south pole, giving the planet a surprising counterpart to its famous northern hexagon. Hubble data suggest the strange decagon only began emerging in the past few years and is still growing stronger. Researchers hope continued observations will reveal why it suddenly formed and whether it could persist for decades.
Scientists just overturned a century-old physics assumption
Scientists at Carnegie Mellon University have discovered an unexpected form of the Hall effect, overturning the long-held assumption that this electrical response only appears when a magnetic field points perpendicular to a material. Beyond expanding a century-old principle of physics, the finding could eventually lead to simpler magnetic sensors for electronics, transportation, and medical technologies.
Ancient “living fossils” may reveal how complex life began
A newly discovered microbe living inside ancient stromatolite communities may offer a rare look at how complex life first emerged. Researchers captured the first direct images of an Asgard archaeon physically connected to a bacterium, with the two microbes appearing to exchange nutrients and other compounds. Scientists think similar partnerships billions of years ago may have helped produce the first complex cells.
Protecting Health Before, During, and After Wildfires
Recognizing wildfires as an increasingly complex public health and health care challenge, the National Academies’ Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Disasters and Emergencies convened a webinar series this summer on wildfire preparedness, response, and recovery. The series brought together experts from health care, emergency management, environmental science, engineering, academia, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and affected communities.
Nuclear medicine physician-scientist Dr. Amir Iravani joins UCLA Health to lead Theranostics Program
Iravani will help advance the integration of theranostics into cancer care, expand clinical trials and research opportunities and develop new collaborations.
2 York Computer Science Students Featured in CUNY Research in Focus
Two of our Computer Science students were recently highlighted in the August edition of CUNY Research in Focus for their contributions to an interdisciplinary project that explores “The World Through Hip Hop.”
How Science Journalists Are Using AI Image Tools to Create Explainer Graphics for Complex Technical Topics
A Google Quantum AI researcher recently described visuals and metaphors as essential to sharing research that often sounds
Poll: Next steps for Philly's natural science museum
Take our poll and let us know what you think should be done with one of the city's most prized institutions.
Scientists Find Parasites in Almost Every Fish From a Recent Tuna Haul
Some were in the muscle, too.
AI learns nature’s code: Allen Institute, UW and Fred Hutch launch $95M open science initiative
Three of Seattle's top scientific institutions are launching a nearly $95 million research initiative that will generate data and train AI models to design proteins and genes that don't exist in nature — sharing the results freely to help others develop new medicines and materials.
In KC’s River Market, business owners are ticked off about parking tickets
“What the city has done to this downtown area has been devastating to our businesses,” said Arthur Leduc, owner of Kansas City Taco Company.
Brain implants fuel U.S.-China bioscience rivalry
The devices are bringing new hope to patients with strokes, Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions.
In 2001, scientists began adding 5 to 6 nanograms per litre of synthetic estrogen to an Ontario lake; after 2 seasons its minnow population collapsed
A tiny concentration of a synthetic hormone was enough to trigger a dramatic ecological change in a remote Ontario lake. In 2001, scientists began adding the synthetic estrogen 17α-ethynylestradiol (EE2) to Lake 260 in northwestern Ontario, maintaining concentrations of about 5 to 6 nanograms per litre.
What Did Jurassic Forests Sound Like? Like This.
Scientists spent over a decade reconstructing the calls of nine species of ancient insects to create the first accurate Jurassic soundscape.
Science Says Doing This 1 Thing Together Beats Traditional Date Nights
Skip the flowers and dinner out. If you want to feel closer to your partner, the latest science suggests seeking out awe together.
In 2010, US scientists released dye into Montana’s Missouri River and tracked it across 41.2 miles; one reservoir held the plume for 8.2 hours, helping predict chemical-spill timing
A river can carry a contaminant far beyond the point where it enters the water, but predicting exactly how quickly that material will travel is not always straightforward. In 2010, scientists with the U.S.
As SU enrollment drops, international students say U.S. politics spark concern
Law, a political science professor, said it’s difficult to secure admission to a U.S. university as students worry about federal visa changes.
Science Association Selects UToledo Geophysicist Among Distinguished Lecturers
Dr. Kennedy Doro, an associate professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences, will share his expertise through the American Geophysical Union College of Fellows’ Distinguished Lecture Series.
Biopharma needs more data scientists. Who's getting hired?
With U.S. data science jobs projected to grow 35% over the next decade, a recruiter and talent strategy director discuss the qualifications, technical skills and mindset needed to land these coveted positions.
The New York Times Hires STAT’s Eric Boodman as National Science Correspondent
The New York Times has hired STAT journalist Eric Boodman as its national science correspondent, a new position on the... Read More
‘Right in your face’: The science behind Maryland field hockey’s press defense
While the intensity of the Terps’ press defense stays consistent, part of what makes it so effective is the different shapes the players take on.
Peatland Fires Darken Skies in Indonesia
With Indonesia gripped by drought, fires are smoldering on the surface and underground.
Canal Science Symposium Addresses Water Quality Worries
The Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Initiative (C-HAWQ) held its long awaited symposium on canal science at the Collier County Public Library Marco Island Branch on Thursday afternoon, August 28.
Samara Aerospace tests reliability of attitude control technology with National Science Foundation award
Samara Aerospace tests reliability of attitude control technology with National Science Foundation award
Former UK President Lee Todd advocates for a new science center in Kentucky
Former University of Kentucky President Lee Todd is pushing for the creation of a Kentucky Science Center, saying the emphasis on the subject is lagging behind reading and math.
The Human Body May Age in Two Major Bursts, And a New Study Reveals What Drives Them
With most organs following the ovary's cues.
Dr. Brown: Is it time for science's veterans to step aside?
"Senior researchers sometimes have advantages," writes Dr. William Brown, "However, those same laboratories can be stifling for budding young scientists who challenge traditional views and are open to fresh ideas."
Asthma Is Worse for Women. Doctors Are Finally Starting to Figure Out Why.
Scientists are learning how female hormones may impact asthma risk and severity from menstruation to pregnancy to menopause.
South African scientists could face year in prison unless ...
Researchers warn that registration offers little benefit and that the associated costs will disadvantage early-career researchers
New Mexico’s largest reservoir plunges to just 1. 4% full
Elephant Butte Reservoir, New Mexico’s largest reservoir, plunged to just 1.4 percent capacity in July 2026 after years of extreme drought and record early snowmelt. The dramatic decline exposed long-submerged debris and underscored the growing strain on Rio Grande water supplies used by farms in New Mexico and Texas.
The universe has plenty of hydrogen. So why is star formation collapsing?
Star formation across the universe has fallen dramatically over the past 4.5 billion years, but astronomers have uncovered a surprising twist: the supply of neutral hydrogen, a key ingredient for making stars, has barely declined. Using China’s FAST radio telescope and data from roughly 2.5 million galaxies observed by DESI, researchers found that star formation was about 2.5 times higher 4.5 billion years ago, while neutral hydrogen levels were only about 1.4 times higher.
Beijing Science Popularization Month to Bring Diverse Activities in September
The launch ceremony of the 2026 National Science Popularization Month in Beijing and the 16th Beijing Science Carnival will be held at Huairou Science City on September 4.
UI Health Sciences building inspires collaboration
Realizing a vision planted with a ceremonial shovel three years ago, hundreds of University of Iowa officials, faculty, staff, and students on Wednesday dedicated a new $250 million Health Sciences Academic Building completed over the summer.
UI Health Sciences building inspires collaboration
Realizing a vision planted with a ceremonial shovel three years ago, hundreds of University of Iowa officials, faculty, staff, and students on Wednesday dedicated a new $250 million Health Sciences Academic Building completed over the summer.
Science and stats behind our fall like weather
The calendar now says September but it feels more so like October with highs in the 70’s. No ridge is in sight, which means the hot weather is nowhere to
Science Hill’s Kiantai Harris named Week 2 Player of the Week
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Science Hill running back Kiantai Harris ran his way into the school record books Friday night. The junior rushed for a single-game school record 367 yards on 25 carrie…
Philadelphia leaders work to preserve Academy of Natural Sciences as museum prepares to close
The effort is focused on preserving the academy's research, education and public engagement missions, according to David Cohen, an attorney and former U.S. ambassador to Canada who has joined the effort.
Moment of Science: New study finds humans and animals share certain sound preferences
Answering the call of the wild! Here's how our sound preferences stack up against other animals, from birdsong to baboon barks. 🐦🔊
Moment of Science: New study finds humans and animals share certain sound preferences
Answering the call of the wild! Here's how our sound preferences stack up against other animals, from birdsong to baboon barks. 🐦🔊
In A Tiny Flash 5,000 Feet Underground, Scientists May Have Finally Spotted Dark Matter
Is our search for the ever-elusive substance finally at an end?
Olive oil shop in Overland Park to close after 15 years. Owner shares next venture
“Thank you for believing in a dream that started with a simple idea and grew into something none of us could have imagined,” the owner said in a message to customers.
Science Podcasts Separate Fact From Fiction In A MAHA World
Science podcasts are a vital counter to the surge of misinformation, conspiracy theories and concerns about official science by offering rigorous, fact-based content.
NASA’s Dragonfly Gets Wired Up While Titan Landing Area Is Named
Peeking into the clean room at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, it might be one of the first things you notice about
Free Educator Webinar: Refresh Your STEM Toolkit with NOVA
Looking for fresh ways to engage students and enrich your science curriculum this year?
Forget Newton’s apple, scientists atoms to test gravity theory
Scientists have tested how Einstein’s theory of gravity affects tiny particles, in a breakthrough that could help bridge the two pillars of modern physics
Top U.S. doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.
These Russian Mathematicians Taught AI Models How to Talk to Each Other Without Using Words
A startup called Mostik has a wild new approach to combining the capabilities of AI models.
Students take advantage of experiential learning opportunities
This summer was a time for travel, research, internships and expanding classroom lessons for many students in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences.
Scientists find a huge 10-sided wave pattern swirling in the clouds over Saturn’s south pole
A single side of the decagon surpasses 10,000 miles.
Camp BHC Sees Magic and Science
Professor Mike’s Science and Magic Show came to Camp BHC a few weeks ago. Who doesn’t like juggling?
Scientists Observe Einstein’s Gravity in The Quantum World
An international team of researchers directly measured gravity’s predicted effect on the quantum phase of freely falling atoms.
Missouri’s gerrymandered map faces final test as Supreme Court weighs referendum
The high-stakes decision could effectively decide the future of Kansas City’s representation in Congress.
Scientists find 10-sided wave pattern swirling in the clouds over Saturn's south pole
Scientists have discovered an enormous 10-sided wave pattern in the icy ammonia clouds over Saturn's south pole
Scientists find a churning decagon over Saturn's south pole
Scientists have discovered an enormous 10-sided wave pattern in the icy ammonia clouds over Saturn's south pole.
NASA’s Hubble Tracks New Decagon Encircling Saturn’s South Pole
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope observes a giant, evolving, 10-sided atmospheric wave encircling Saturn's south pole.
Decagon on Saturn’s South Pole (Color)
Recent NASA Hubble Space Telescope images show the gas giant Saturn and its southern pole, where astronomers have discovered a 10-sided atmospheric wave. Observations show the decagon extends through multiple layers of Saturn’s atmosphere.
Decagon on Saturn’s South Pole (Single Filter)
A single filter from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope distinctly shows a 10-sided wave encircling Saturn’s south pole, labeled “decagon”.An “X” denotes where data was not captured.
Scientists observe Einstein's gravity in the quantum world
An international team including Nobel Prize-winning physicist Professor Sir Roger Penrose has observed a long-predicted effect of gravity on a falling quantum object for the first time. The result shows ...
Astronomers Spot an Uncannily Geometric, 10-Sided Structure in Saturn's Atmosphere
Saturn keeps forming polygons.
Scientists discover a mysterious wave shaped like a decagon in Saturn's atmosphere
The strange structure appears to have formed recently, but nobody can explain exactly why
New Hubble images reveal a bizarre decagon over Saturn’s south pole
A hexagon darkens the clouds over Saturn’s north pole. Now, astronomers have found a similarly shaped atmospheric wave at the other pole.
Scientists discover how fructose may help drive obesity
High-fructose corn syrup is just one of many food additives linked to obesity. It is typically found in sweetened beverages and processed foods and is added to enhance flavor and sweetness. However, exactly ...
Mad Science: Soda Can Experiments
Radiant Randy is back in the My KC Live studio to share a few experiments with soda cans.
Want to stay mentally sharp as you age? Consider jobs with these 3 qualities, says neuroscientist
If your job has any of these three aspects, it may benefit your brain health: "The more complex and demanding your job is," the better, says neuroscientist.
As Republicans plan to gather in Bush’s backyard, his influence is largely absent from the party
Next week's Republican convention in Dallas takes place in the same city that helped give rise to the Bush political dynasty. But George W. Bush himself — and many policies he pushed 30 years ago — are largely missing from today's GOP, political scientists say.
NOAA Fisheries Outlines Science-Based Reforms to Boost American Seafood Production
NOAA Fisheries has released a set of agency-level reform priorities designed to advance science-based fisheries management and strengthen American seafood competitiveness, following input from more than 700 stakeholders and building toward a broader interagency America First Seafood Strategy expected in the coming…
Neuropsychologist finds gaps between treatment and science of ALS, dementia in her own family
For A. Campbell Sullivan, PsyD, this time it's personal. As a neuropsychologist and clinical associate professor of neurology at the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases ...
Temple kicks off new STEMM community outreach initiative with back-to-school fair
The College of Science and Technology and NBME hosted their first ever Back-to-School STEMM Fair featuring hands-on STEMM activities and demonstrations, backpack and school supplies giveaways, laptop and iPad raffles, and more for the community members in attendance.
Philly's Academy of Natural Sciences museum is closing. Here's what to see while you can
The Academy’s museum is known for its unique exhibits, education and firsts in the Philly area. We listed some highlights about the first institution of natural history in America.
Home-intruding bobcat no match for police drone
After its brush with technology, the wild feline was released back into the wild.
The science behind an ambitious cancer strategy
Advances in therapeutic approaches, combinations and the use of technology are fundamentally changing the way we think about cancer care.
Teacher Research Academy connects educators to LLNL science
For nearly 30 years, LLNL has offered Teacher Research Academy (TRA) to middle school, high school and community college teachers looking for unique professional development experiences. At no cost to educators, TRA workshops offer classroom-focused applications of LLNL's groundbreaking science and technology. Over two weeks this summer, four different TRAs were offered as two-day workshops: Understanding Energy Technology, Drone Design & Application, Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Classroom and Data Analytics for STEM Labs using AI. Understanding energy technology This session
Cornell science educator David Kornreich, Ph.D. ’01, dies at 52
David Kornreich, Ph.D. ’01, who taught physics and astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences, died Aug. 30 in a plane crash near Ithaca. Kornreich, a native of Houston, Texas, was 52.
Lacking Visitors, 200-Year-Old Science Landmark to Close
Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences museum will shut its doors Sept. 30
Which bird sings the most pleasant song? Science reveals answer
The blackbird topped the pleasantness table and barn owls' sounds are considered the least pleasant, according to a new scientific study.
Society for Science Announces Top 300 for the 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge
A new generation of STEM stars—tackling air quality, renewable energy, disease risk, artificial intelligence and more—has been named to the…
Bristol scientists may have found first evidence of dark matter
The mysterious material has eluded scientists for nearly a century.
Amendment 72: New Opportunity: A.17 Hydrosphere
A.17 Hydrosphere solicits research on the Earth's Hydrosphere: to advance the understanding of the physics of Earth’s water across the ocean, land, and the
UT Health San Antonio neuropsychologist finds gaps between treatment and science of ALS, dementia in her own family
As a neuropsychologist and clinical associate professor of neurology at the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases at UT Health San Antonio, A. Campbell Sullivan, PsyD, is on the front lines daily of groundbreaking research and patient care in frontotemporal dementia and other neurodegenerative disorders.
Exhibition at URI illuminates art and science collaboration
KINGSTON, R.I. – Sept. 2, 2026 – Art League RI and the University of Rhode Island are featuring the collaborative works of artists and scientists in a new exhibition titled “Environmental Currents: Art and Science Explore our Changing World” from Sept. 10 through Nov. 18 at Studio Blue on the URI Narragansett Bay Campus. With […]
Everyone Assumes DNA Shapes Your Personality. It Turns Out Something Else Is Doing Most of The Work
Written in genetic code.
NASA's Swift shortens orbital lifetime for the sake of science
Instruments reactivated for a final hurrah before reentry
Heliophysics Education Community meeting presentation
Presentation | Grades 6-12+ | This presentation by Dr. Jared Espley explains how the Sun sends a stream of charged particles called the solar wind.