Life, the Universe, and ‘Oumuamua
In the search for alien civilizations, the first step in making sure we understand what we're looking for. ...read more
Month: February 2021
The Invisibility of COVID-19
Why is it so hard to picture COVID-19? ...read more
Dialogue With Dreamers
Researchers claim that they can ask questions and receive answers from dreaming participants ...read more
Holy Moly, Clouds With Holes in Them?
They're called "fallstreak holes," and they occur when parts of a cloud suddenly fall away toward the surface. ...read more
11 Best Magnesium Supplements for Anxiety and Depression
New Sustainable Materials for the Future
The Health Toll of Living in Small Apartments
Living spaces are shrinking, and we're feeling the squeeze. But research shows we can trick our brains into liking micro-apartments and other small arrangements. ...read more
Is the World Running Out of Oil?
Probably not, but demand may fall in the future. ...read more
Who Was the First Scientist?
Contenders for the title stretch back through the Enlightenment and the Renaissance to Ancient Greece. ...read more
Scientists Say Climate Change Will Continue to Drive Disease Outbreaks
When animals are displaced by deforestation and global warming, that often puts them and the diseases they carry in proximity to humans. ...read more