How Do Scientists Build the Best Diet for Astronauts?  

For healthy and happy space travelers, food scientists must make meals compact, nutritious and long-lasting. Astronauts particularly benefit from fresh-tasting foods with a variety of textures.

what do you think? 2021-04-12 15:04:16

More and Larger Explosions Rock St. Vincent as La Soufrière Lets Loose Pyroclastic Flows  

The explosive eruption that started last week at La Soufriere is only getting worse, sending ash and debris near and far

what do you think? 2021-04-12 04:19:37

5 Best Testosterone Boosters for Men Over 50  

what do you think? 2021-04-12 03:05:48

Turning Cow Poop Into Energy Sounds Like a Good Idea — But Not Everyone Is on Board  

In California's Central Valley, a gas utility is harvesting methane from manure on cow feedlots. Critics worry the push toward biogas will only further entrench two polluting industries.

what do you think? 2021-04-11 16:44:29

Green Spaces Are a Necessity, Not an Amenity. How Can Cities Make Them Accessible to Everyone?  

A growing body of science is demonstrating that spending time in nature — or even an urban park or garden — is good for us. But the grass isn't green for everyone.

what do you think? 2021-04-11 09:47:02

If Humans Are Social Creatures, Why Did Social Anxiety Evolve?   

Fear of social situations existed long before the COVID-19 pandemic. Evolutionary models may explain why we developed this trait in the first place.

what do you think? 2021-04-10 13:34:06

From Barter to Bitcoin: The History of Money  

Currency has come a long way since the days our ancestors primarily exchanged goods and services. But where did the idea of money come from?

what do you think? 2021-04-10 09:31:35

The Art You Like Reveals Your Personality Traits  

Much like beauty, art is in the eye of the beholder.

what do you think? 2021-04-10 06:20:31

Chronic Fear of Environmental Doom? You're Not Alone  

Climate anxiety is real — and psychologists are taking notice. Experts say there are proactive things you can do to ease your worries and help slow the climate crisis at the same time.

what do you think? 2021-04-10 05:58:51

We Don't Really Know What's in Pre-Workout Supplements  

There's no conclusive evidence that pre-workout products work, and some ingredients (labeled or not) can put your health at risk. In the past, products have been banned only after killing consumers.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 12:15:35

Is Plant Protein Better for You and the Planet?  

Animal protein isn't the only way to get in this key macronutrient. Plants have protein, too — and there are good reasons to load up on this source.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 10:26:55

Five Kitchen Sink Science Experiments To Try At Home  

Try out these hands-on citizen science projects. You don't even have to leave the house.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 08:08:53

Can Trees Heal Heart Disease?  

Researchers in this polluted city are planting thousands of trees in a bold health experiment aimed at lowering rates of cardiovascular disease.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 04:36:17

The Paradox of Internet Famous Wilderness  

How destinations like The Wave, located near the Arizona-Utah border, are managing overtourism.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 03:55:07

The Eruption at La Soufrière on St. Vincent Takes an Explosive Turn  

For the past few months, a dark lava dome has been growing on La Soufrière on the island of St. Vincent. Today, that eruption suddenly became explosive.

what do you think? 2021-04-09 01:29:20

How to Save Planet Earth  

Your individual behavior won't fix climate change. Five experts share more meaningful ways to think green.

what do you think? 2021-04-08 21:05:28

What Is Time?  

The question is more philosophical than physical — which means we can redefine it on our own terms.

what do you think? 2021-04-08 20:58:05

There Might Be Remnants of an Ancient Planet Buried Inside Earth? Yup  

An ancient impactor called Theia hit the Earth to create the moon. New research suggests the rest of that planet may still be inside the Earth.

what do you think? 2021-04-08 13:30:31

The Science of Taylor Swift and Other Improbable Stories   

The beginning of April always generates a slew of research papers from scientists who should know better. Here is this year's round up.

what do you think? 2021-04-08 10:58:35

E=mc2: What Does Einstein's Most Famous Equation Mean?  

Albert Einstein's simple yet powerful equation revolutionized physics by connecting the mass of an object with its energy for the first time.

what do you think? 2021-04-08 03:49:30

Iceland's New Eruption Picks Up the Pace  

Two new fissures have opened near Geldingadalir and these new eruption could be a sign of things to come in Iceland.

what do you think? 2021-04-07 21:40:23

5 Best Tasting CBD Oils: Based on Quality  

what do you think? 2021-04-07 12:59:11

The Myth of Negative Calorie Foods  

The old adage of "if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is" applies here.

what do you think? 2021-04-07 12:02:25

Blue Moon: Will Jeff Bezos' Lunar Lander Return Astronauts to the Moon?  

Blue Origin's spacecraft could ferry nearly 10,000 pounds of cargo and crew to the Moon's surface — if NASA gives it the green light.

what do you think? 2021-04-07 05:55:32

Can't Get a Certain Song Out of Your Head? Here's What Makes It an Earworm  

Whether it's the opening lines to "Bohemian Rhapsody" or a familiar advertising jingle, we all get them. But scientists have also found ways to banish a particularly pesky tune.

what do you think? 2021-04-07 05:48:57

Asteroid, Volcano or Both? Scientists Can't Agree on the True Dinosaur Killer  

A 6-mile-wide space rock and colossal eruptions racked Earth at the same fateful moment. Scientists have tried for decades to determine the primary suspect behind the Cretaceous Extinction.

what do you think? 2021-04-07 03:31:59

Will Cryonically-Frozen Bodies Ever Be Brought Back to Life?  

Cryonicists hope that modern technology will one day bring them back from the dead. But how realistic is a second life after a deep freeze?

what do you think? 2021-04-06 05:16:35

You May Be Eating More Than You Think — Here's How Food Journaling Can Help  

Can you remember every meal you ate this week? If not, you're not alone. But studies indicate that food journaling can help you reach your dieting goals.

what do you think? 2021-04-06 04:04:46

The Rise of the Tetrapods: How Our Early Ancestors Left Water to Walk on Land  

The story of how the first vertebrates came to walk on land hundreds of millions of years ago and filled the Earth with its many descendants.

what do you think? 2021-04-05 18:16:53

How Thousands of Volunteers Are Hunting a Treatment for Alzheimer's  

The Stall Catchers citizen science project finds power in the crowd to accelerate the search for a cure to Alzheimer's.

what do you think? 2021-04-05 12:29:44

Is Coffee Good for You or Not?  

Confused by the dizzying array of studies that seem contradictory at times? You've come to the right place. Here's what to know about coffee's — mostly beneficial — health impacts.

what do you think? 2021-04-05 07:53:27

What Magic Can Teach Us About the Human Mind  

Why do we fall for magic? The secret lies in clever psychological tricks that exploit gaps in our brains.

what do you think? 2021-04-05 06:05:37

What Science Says About Athletes Going Vegan  

Can plant power can help you cross the finish line?

what do you think? 2021-04-04 14:18:29

Free-Range Parenting: Do Children Need More Independence?   

When it comes to raising kids, there's no one-size-fits-all approach.

what do you think? 2021-04-04 09:26:24

How Remote Work Changed Our Lives — and Our Health  

Mixed up work schedule, missing out on workouts and feeling like it's all running together? Yeah, you're not alone.

what do you think? 2021-04-03 09:20:27

Can Drinking Water Really Help You Lose Weight?  

Even though 78 percent of U.S. adults don't drink enough of it, we know that drinking plenty of water brings with it all sorts of benefits to both physical and mental health. But could staying hydrated also be a simple way to lose weight?

what do you think? 2021-04-03 06:56:22

The Cicadas Are Coming  

Brood X, perhaps the largest in the country, will emerge this spring after 17 subterranean years. Here's why it takes so long for them to emerge how they will spend their fleeting time above ground.

what do you think? 2021-04-02 18:22:24

Why Is It So Hard to Find a Cure for Cancer?  

Cancer may never have a singular cure — but that doesn't mean experts aren't optimistic about what's in store for future patients.

what do you think? 2021-04-02 13:39:28

Revenge Bedtime Procrastination Is a Thing. Why Are We Doing it?  

Jammed schedules have propelled busy workers to stay up and reclaim their free time, a habit that is particularly tempting during the current pandemic.

what do you think? 2021-04-02 06:03:01

Procrastinating on Pregnancy: How Long Can Women Wait to Have a Baby?   

Fertility does decline with age, but it's not all bad news.

what do you think? 2021-04-02 05:16:21

Why Do Some People Always Get Lost?  

Is "sense of direction" really a thing? Or is something much more mysterious at work in our minds?

what do you think? 2021-04-01 19:09:07

5 Best Zinc Supplements On The Market  

what do you think? 2021-04-01 13:04:31

What You Should Know About the New COVID-19 Strains  

Several new strains of the coronavirus have been identified — and they're more contagious. Here's what's known about how they spread, how well the vaccines work against them, and the symptoms these variants cause.

what do you think? 2021-04-01 12:30:49

Should You Take a Vitamin D Supplement?  

Low vitamin D intake is still a public health concern. Despite adding it to certain foods in the U.S. and Canada, getting enough of the sunshine vitamin is still a challenge for many people. Some experts say more must be done.

what do you think? 2021-04-01 08:21:04

How Volunteers Are Helping Keep Coral Reefs Alive  

Planting new corals can't stop climate change, but it can give marine ecosystems a fighting chance. Volunteers have largely led the ambitious effort.

what do you think? 2021-04-01 04:23:30

Freezing Away Your Fat: Is CoolSculpting the New Liposuction?  

Cryolipolysis is an up-and-coming method for removing pesky flab, no scalpel necessary.

what do you think? 2021-04-01 04:02:25

The Great Wedge of Astronomy  

A starry sense of wonder can pry apart the fears and doubts that turn so many people away from science.

what do you think? 2021-04-01 02:01:19

Best CBD Oil for Anxiety & Depression  

what do you think? 2021-04-01 01:51:11

The Neural Networks That 'Grow' Castles, Temples and Caterpillars in Minecraft  

With the right rules, neural networks can learn to grow more or less anything, say computer scientists.

what do you think? 2021-03-31 09:22:35

What is Citizen Science Month?  

This April, researchers have over 100 events planned around everything from measuring light pollution to counting caterpillars.

what do you think? 2021-03-31 05:46:40

Deep-Space Ears, Interstellar Eyes, and Off-World Wings  

MiMi Aung, project manager for the Mars Helicopter, offers a peek into the high-frontier culture at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

what do you think? 2021-03-31 03:04:53

Goodbye Discover  

The end of this Neuroskeptic era

what do you think? 2021-03-31 01:24:52

Winter Arctic Sea Ice Peaks at 7th Skimpiest on Record  

The ice has likely reached an "uneventful maximum," but the long-term decline due to human-caused warming continues.

what do you think? 2021-03-30 14:41:32

Why Does It Rain So Much in Spring?  

Ah, springtime: The sun is finally out, birds are chirping, buds are blooming — and your plans are likely getting rained on. Here's why the onset of spring is followed by months of rain.

what do you think? 2021-03-30 13:21:58

The Erection of a Placebo  

When yesterday's placebo is tomorrow's treatment

what do you think? 2021-03-30 08:30:30

The Inside Story Behind the Historic First Flight on Mars  

Even if the Ingenuity helicopter fails, it is already a success — an engineering resource for a grand future of flight on other worlds.

what do you think? 2021-03-29 17:11:36

Best Dog Shampoo – Top Brands Reviewed  

what do you think? 2021-03-29 10:08:35

Why CBD Skin Care Could Beautify Your Life  

what do you think? 2021-03-29 01:38:07

The Science of Migraines  

Everything you need to know about the latest research on the causes, triggers, and treatments for migraine headaches.

what do you think? 2021-03-27 11:24:32

What Real Vikings Wore, According to Archaeologists  

Popular culture usually gets Viking garb wrong. Here's what research says about the appearances of these infamous travelers, warriors and (mostly) farmers.

what do you think? 2021-03-27 05:23:14

The World's Largest Pyramid Is Hidden Within a Hill  

The Great Pyramid of Cholula: This little-known structure in central Mexico preserves 2,500 years of Mesoamerican history.

what do you think? 2021-03-27 02:26:54

3 Best CBD Dog Treats: Organic CBD for Dogs  

what do you think? 2021-03-26 18:19:04

What's the Deal with Generation TikTok?    

TikTok has been gaining millions of users/followers from around the world. What about this social media platform makes it so engaging and is drawing viewers in at such a fast pace?

what do you think? 2021-03-26 13:45:51

Just How Intelligent Are Dolphins?   

Language, culture, self-awareness, and brain size contribute to some of our closest competitors in the cognition arena.

what do you think? 2021-03-26 13:44:52

Four Crazy Stars Astronomers Think Might Really Exist  

From stars made of dark matter to stars literally living inside their partners, these stellar systems are theoretically possible.

what do you think? 2021-03-26 11:46:32

The Fungi Living in Our Guts Affects Our Health in Ways Scientists Are Just Beginning to Understand  

Bacteria aren't the only microscopic stowaways our bodies carry. Dubbed the "dark matter" of the microbiome, fungi may also play a major role in our physical and mental health.

what do you think? 2021-03-26 05:19:23

Best CBD Oil for Sleep  

what do you think? 2021-03-26 05:18:56

Your Questions About COVID-19 Vaccines, Answered  

Are coronavirus vaccines safe? What's in them? Is one option better than another? Will a vaccine make me immune? How long will they remain effective? Has anyone died after getting the vaccine?

what do you think? 2021-03-26 03:08:02

Don't Count on Evolution to Save Us from Toxic Chemicals and Pollution  

Chemicals and pollutants are just about everywhere in our environment. And the pace of evolutionary change in our bodies appears to be too slow for humans to adapt to them.

what do you think? 2021-03-26 03:06:02

Best CBD Gummies for Pain & Anxiety  

what do you think? 2021-03-26 02:25:53

5 Ways to Help Save Pollinators With Citizen Science  

From planting a pollinator garden to watching wildflowers, these citizen science projects let volunteers help save pollinators and advance real-world research.

what do you think? 2021-03-26 01:38:06

High Precision Star Maps Boost Interstellar Navigation System   

Navigation for starship commanders just got easier.

what do you think? 2021-03-25 17:12:39

Could Neanderthals Talk? Breakthrough Study Suggests Our Ancient Cousins Had the Linguistic Capacity for Speech  

The human-origins research shows that Neanderthals and current-day humans might have more in common than previously thought.

what do you think? 2021-03-25 10:02:48

Why Is Online Shopping So Addictive?  

Can't stop going online and buying stuff you don't need? The urge to splurge is a constant temptation for many, and COVID-19 stress has only fueled online shopping addiction.

what do you think? 2021-03-25 04:01:33

Natural Fat Burners  

what do you think? 2021-03-25 03:36:37

How At-Home Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests Compare to Colonoscopies  

At-home colonoscopy alternatives are gaining popularity. Here's what to consider.

what do you think? 2021-03-25 03:18:55

After You Die, Your Body Could Be Turned Into a Diamond  

Cremation diamonds: Here's how science can give you an afterlife in the form of shiny compressed carbon.

what do you think? 2021-03-24 21:11:04

Please Stop Using the Term 'Spirit Animal'  

The diversity of Indigenous beliefs goes much deeper than a Facebook quiz with loose connections to Native American culture.

what do you think? 2021-03-24 19:48:21

What The Shade-Grown Label Means on Your Coffee   

It alludes to a specific type of farming that could have significant benefits to the ecosystem that houses our favorite caffeinated beverage.

what do you think? 2021-03-24 15:23:45

New Images of M87's Black Hole Reveal Its Swirling Magnetic Field  

The Event Horizon Telescope's newest images of M87's supermassive black hole hint at how its jets are fired far into space.

what do you think? 2021-03-24 14:03:12

The Cancers That Are Contagious  

Cancer generally cannot be passed from one person to another. But among certain animals, a few rare types of cancer can spread like bacteria or viruses do.

what do you think? 2021-03-24 03:58:12

How Ancient Forests Formed Coal and Fueled Life as We Know It  

Modernity owes much to coal deposits laid down in swamps around 350 million years ago. But why did this time period produce so much of it?

what do you think? 2021-03-24 02:56:24

Homo Erectus: What Do We Know About Our Early Ancestors?   

These ancient hominins walked the Earth for three times as long as modern humans have. But scientists today still have much to learn about our evolutionary kin.

what do you think? 2021-03-23 15:47:55

Archaeologists Have Found Prehistoric Rock Structures Under the Great Lakes. Here's What the Stones Can Tell Us  

A Doggerland of the Great Lakes? Underwater rock formations on the lakebed of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron may have been created by hunters thousands of years ago.

what do you think? 2021-03-23 12:35:16

How the Triassic Extinction Helped Dinosaurs Take Over the Planet  

Volcanic activity saturated Earth's atmosphere with C02, drastically warming the planet. As dominant species died out, dinosaurs filled the new ecological openings.

what do you think? 2021-03-23 07:51:43

Programming Language Converts Laws Into 'Provably Correct' Computer Code  

Some legal text is so highly prescribed that it functions like an algorithm. So a team of computer scientist have created a programming language that can capture and execute these laws.

what do you think? 2021-03-23 05:21:04

COVID-19 Vaccine: What Side Effects — or No Side Effects — Mean  

Everyone's body responds to the COVID-19 vaccine differently.

what do you think? 2021-03-23 02:21:33

Life Elsewhere in the Universe: When Did We First Consider the Possibility?  

Ancient people looked up at the night sky and pondered the question of alien life, too.

what do you think? 2021-03-22 17:47:29

Pollen Can Raise Your Risk of COVID-19 – and the Season Is Getting Longer Thanks to Climate Change  

Exposure to pollen can make you more susceptible to COVID-19, and it isn't just a problem for people with allergies. New research explains why pollen seasons are getting longer and more intense.

what do you think? 2021-03-22 08:06:25

New Eruption Finally Starts on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland  

The first eruption on the peninsula in over 1,200 years is a small one (so far), but has produced spectacular lava flows.

what do you think? 2021-03-22 04:01:10

Should You Walk or Run for Exercise?  

Walking is good for you, but running might be twice as beneficial. Here's why.

what do you think? 2021-03-22 01:35:48

Why Less Exercise Can Bring Better Results  

As long as we keep up the intensity, both pro athletes and the general population can occasionally benefit from fewer workout sessions.

what do you think? 2021-03-20 03:51:44

Are Kids Who Abuse Animals Destined to Become Serial Killers?  

Cruelty against animals is one of the traits from the MacDonald Triad, a framework that was once thought capable of identifying serial murderers and people with violent tendencies. But there's more to this disturbing behavior than previously believed.

what do you think? 2021-03-19 12:42:53

Earth Has Been Hiding a Fifth Layer in Its Inner Core  

Scientists say they've detected a new, mysterious layer at the center of our home planet. The discovery could unearth more about Earth's history.

what do you think? 2021-03-19 05:07:29

How Ancient 'Deer' Lost Their Legs and Became Whales  

Over millions of years, they traded in their legs for flippers, gained blow holes and evolved into the largest creatures on Earth.

what do you think? 2021-03-19 01:49:58

Gastric Bypass: We're Still Understanding the Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery  

Beyond helping people lose weight and keep it off, bariatric surgery could also resolve type 2 diabetes (but we aren't totally sure why). The explanation may lie in our gut microbiome.

what do you think? 2021-03-18 12:50:27

Is the Kinsey Scale of Sexual Behavior Still Valid?  

The decades-old classification system for the study of sex may still have value, but new frameworks offer more.

what do you think? 2021-03-18 12:28:43

Free Online Hearing Tests: Why You Definitely Want to Take One   

what do you think? 2021-03-18 10:17:12

What's Really Going on When Your Head Aches?  

Inflammation, tension and stress often cause the common headache. Migraines, however, strike nerves on a more complex level.

what do you think? 2021-03-18 10:17:05

How the Inca Built Machu Picchu  

The city's longevity attests to the craftsmanship and practical prowess of its builders.

what do you think? 2021-03-18 05:57:08