Two citizen astronauts on SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission left their capsule and returned safely. Also, while Aaron James can’t see... more

Samples of 2.5 billion-year-old mantle rocks found at spreading ocean ridges could put bounds on models of how the planet... more

In a new book called “Cowpuppy,” neuroscientist and farmer Gregory Berns investigates cow intelligence.

Shark fishing is alive and well, but the fishermen who do it are increasingly prioritizing conservation. And, an unknown ant... more

Researchers are harnessing DNA’s incredible capacity for information storage by turning genetic code into binary code.

ESA officials said it was only the ninth time an asteroid was spotted before reaching Earth’s atmosphere. And, as the... more

A new study suggests that the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs may have originated from the outer parts of the... more

In her new book, Ellen Ruppel Shell covers the natural history of eels and the crime ring that has sprung... more

Rogue worlds float around in the cosmos, untethered to a specific star. They could help scientists understand the formation of... more

The seasons are arriving at different times than they used to. A psychologist weighs in on whether these shifts could... more

Several states have reported cases of the rare but serious mosquito-borne illness eastern equine encephalitis. And, the new sci-fi movie... more

In “Bite,” author Bill Schutt takes readers on a dental adventure spanning half a billion years and much of the... more

Misreporting on death certificates could lead to inaccurate mortality data, including for key statistics like maternal mortality rates.

Cady Coleman discusses her reaction to seeing Earth from orbit, the challenges of her path into space, and her new... more

Sequoia National Park is largely designated as wilderness. That complicates efforts to protect its iconic trees from worsening wildfires. Also,... more

A new study measuring microplastics in organs of the recently deceased found that about two dozen brain samples were 0.5%... more

September’s SciFri Book Club pick, “Forest Walking,” teaches readers how to use all five senses to engage with forests in... more

The space elevator has long been a part of science fiction, but some experts believe it could soon be a... more

Exposing mice to a specific frequency of light and sound decreases Alzheimer’s biomarkers and symptoms. Now it’s being tested on... more

His new book “On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Service” chronicles his work on health crises from HIV/AIDS to... more

Data from the Mars InSight lander points to the presence of liquid water underneath its crust. Also, some national and... more

Analyzing fossilized feces, called coprolites, is key to better understanding ancient ecosystems and dinosaur diets.

This specific type of solar cell is more efficient than what’s currently on the market. But what is it, and... more

As the climate changes, we need vegetables resilient to drought, pests, and heat. An expert explains how to breed plants... more

After a stegosaurus skeleton sold for $44.6 million, paleontologists are concerned about how selling dinosaur fossils affects research.

The Boeing capsule is having issues with its thrusters and cannot bring astronauts back to Earth, leaving NASA scrambling for... more

This is the fourth summer the U.S. has seen a COVID-19 surge. And no, it’s not a coincidence.

New research suggests that polymetallic nodules found 13,000 feet deep produce “dark oxygen” by electrolyzing water. Also, at higher altitudes,... more

The European Space Agency mission aims to discover new exoplanets in habitable zones. It is scheduled for launch in late... more

Cancer treatment and prevention has come a long way in the past few decades. Here’s what’s new, and where challenges... more

The University of Hawaiʻi study will be the largest of its kind to investigate the health and social impacts of... more

In her book ‘Frostbite,’ Nicola Twilley examines how refrigeration changed the world and spoiled us—and our food.

Researchers developed the first anode-free solid-state battery that’s based on sodium, which is cheaper and more abundant than lithium.

Varroa destructor mites are killing honeybees and their babies at alarming rates.

Monogamous prairie voles may help us understand how our brains respond to love, and how they move on after heartbreak.... more

In a first, NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered pure sulfur on Mars. And, we revisit a conversation from 2015 about... more

As public figures promote raw milk, and sales increase, experts warn about the risks from pathogens like salmonella and avian... more

Researchers developed a prototype of a space suit that could replace the high-absorbency diapers that astronauts wear on space walks.... more

In her book, marine biologist Jasmin Graham writes about uplifting young scientists of color and why she pursues research outside... more

The panel raised concerns about the study’s methods and failure to address previous instances of research misconduct.

The foot-long meteor passed through the Earth’s atmosphere near the Statue of Liberty. Don’t worry, it was fine. Also, the... more

It’s not just Ozempic. There are 323 ongoing drug shortages in the U.S., leaving patients scrambling for necessary medications.

Most gut microbiome research focuses on the colon. But understanding the small intestine might unlock better treatments for GI disorders.

Rising temperatures shut down some conchs’ impulse to reproduce. So scientists are ferrying them to colonies in deeper, cooler waters.

Congestion pricing increases commuting costs in cities, but it can also mean better air quality and a healthier population.

As the James Webb Space Telescope marks two years of operations, NASA unveils a new image of two galaxies interacting.... more

Gene variants inherited from Neanderthals can impact pain tolerance and nose shape in modern humans. What else could they influence?

From drought-resistant crops to making sure farmers of color thrive, here’s how experts in Iowa are looking at the future... more

At a live event in Washington, Ira talks to restoration experts about the science of preserving America’s founding documents.

In this story from 2023, we look back at 80 years of panda conservation, and how “panda diplomacy” paved the... more