Scientists are reexamining how microbes behave in space, exploring risks to astronaut health and the potential to harness bacteria for long missions beyond Earth.
On March 1, 1974, Stephen Hawking published a short paper proposing that black holes emit radiation. The idea reshaped modern physics and sparked decades of debate about gravity, quantum theory, and information.
Quantum science is moving beyond hype toward real breakthroughs, quietly reshaping computing, security, and our understanding of reality itself.
Scientists are engineering bacteria to target and break down tumors from within, offering a promising but early-stage approach to cancer therapy.
Engraved ostrich eggshells from 60,000 years ago show repeating patterns, suggesting early humans followed shared design rules — possibly the oldest known “geometric grammar.”
Billions of years ago, Mars had a thicker atmosphere and liquid water. After losing its magnetic field, solar wind and radiation gradually stripped the atmosphere away, transforming the planet into the cold desert we see today.
A space-themed word search featuring solar system moons turns simple play into a gentle introduction to astronomy and cosmic discovery.
Astronomers have observed a 200-million-year-old planetary system, revealing how intense stellar radiation strips young planets and reshapes their evolution.
Astronomers have detected an enormous natural microwave laser, or maser, in deep space, offering new insight into extreme star-forming regions and galactic environments.
Astronomers have detected an unusually powerful cosmic maser — a natural microwave laser — linked to a massive young star in a distant star-forming region.
Scientists warn that rising satellite launches may deposit metal particles into the upper atmosphere, raising concerns about long-term environmental effects.
The Full Worm Moon rises Monday night and transitions into a total lunar eclipse early Tuesday. During totality, the Moon will appear red as Earth’s shadow filters sunlight through its atmosphere.
New research suggests that during Snowball Earth, salty oceans may have remained liquid far below freezing, reshaping our understanding of early life’s resilience.
New research suggests Jupiter’s icy moons may have formed with water and organic compounds, raising fresh questions about their potential habitability.
For the first time, researchers have shown that light can mimic a Nobel Prize–recognized quantum effect, recreating topological behavior once thought unique to electrons.
A new study finds a link between poor indoor air quality and increased anxiety symptoms, highlighting how home environments may subtly affect mental health.
After a nearly 10-month grounding, Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket is set to return to flight tonight from Vandenberg, with the “Stairway to Seven” mission marking a hopeful step forward.
After the Permian mass extinction wiped out most marine life, marine reptiles like ichthyosaurs rapidly evolved and dominated Triassic oceans.
Astronomers have discovered massive “super-Jupiters” that challenge existing models of planet formation, raising new questions about how giant worlds form and evolve.
New research suggests Antarctic ice melt may boost local ocean life but cannot meaningfully offset global carbon emissions or slow climate change.
Scientists report a massive asteroid impact 6.3 million years ago that created a vast natural glass field in Brazil, preserving evidence of intense heat and shock.
Research shows that humans riding bicycles use less energy per kilometer than any other animal. A simple machine transforms muscle power into unmatched efficiency.
Thousands of years before Egypt, the Chinchorro of the Atacama Desert practiced complex mummification rituals, preserving loved ones in one of history’s oldest burial traditions.
Archaeologists in Sweden uncovered a 7,000–8,000-year-old grave of a Stone Age boy buried in deerskin and wearing a woodpecker feather headdress, revealing complex Mesolithic rituals.