Aging is Still One of Biology’s Greatest Mysteries
We age in a variety of ways, both inside and out — here’s what we know about what happens in your golden years. ...read more
Author: Vishay Singh
Singing Ice Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Frozen lakes can sound like laser guns in the fall and spring, when cracks send sound waves bouncing through them. But they’re not the only singing landscapes you can find. ...read more
Game Theory Explains Why Popular Baby Names Come and Go
“It's obvious that people like to stand out. Just observe a hipster claiming you've never heard of his favorite band." ...read more
How Pandemics End
Lessons from past outbreaks could clue us in to the way out of COVID-19. ...read more
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Why Dehydration Can Turn Deadly for Seniors
As people age they often lose their ability to “feel” thirst. That's a problem, particularly during heatwaves. ...read more
Animals Respond to Death in Many Ways. Mourning Might Be One of Them.
Some species consume or bury the dead, while other animals protect and carry bodies for days. Researchers are trying to interpret the behavior. ...read more
What’s the Secret to a Great Citizen Science Project?
The leaders of Stall Catchers, SciStarter's top project of 2021, shares his secrets for success. ...read more
Dust Grains Escape a Dismal Fate To Build Planets
New simulations show dust-trapping, ringlike structures could help explain our solar system’s architecture. ...read more
Are Rocket Scientists and Brain Surgeons Any Smarter than the Average Person?
Research suggests not — but don’t worry, they still know what they’re doing. ...read more