What the Coronavirus Does to the Body
Here’s what experts know about how the new virus hijacks cells and damages organs like our lungs. ...read more
Author: Vishay Singh
Trials Are Underway For a Coronavirus Vaccine — But It Could Be a While Before You Can Get It
Development of a COVID-19 vaccine is moving at record speed, but it could still be several months before we’re all able to get a shot. ...read more
The First Crewed Mission from India May Launch in 2021
The crew will travel to low Earth orbit for a week using homegrown technology — a first for India. Prior tests include a humanoid robot, three astronauts, and six scientific experiments. ...read more
Why Are the Educated More Likely To Be Against Vaccines?
Studies show that anti-vaxxers tend to come from affluent urban areas with high education rates. ...read more
Inside the Secret World of Iridescent Animals
The greens, blues and purples of iridescent animals are fabulous to behold. But biologists are still learning why the creatures are so colorful and bright. ...read more
First, They Groom; Then, They Share Blood — How Vampire Bats Bond With Strangers
Sharing meals is an essential part of vampire bat life. The question is, who are they willing to share food with? ...read more
These STEM Resources Can Help With At-Home Science Learning
These science projects, activities and TV programs are a great jumping-off point for science you can do at home — no lab coat required. ...read more
10 Misconceptions About the 1918 Flu, the ‘Greatest Pandemic in History’
Misconceptions about the influenza pandemic of 1918 may be fueling unfounded fears about COVID-19. ...read more
Older People Are at More Risk From COVID-19 Because of How the Immune System Ages
As we age, our immune system weakens. ...read more
Were Dinosaurs Warm- or Cold-Blooded?
In elementary school, many of us learned that dinosaurs were cold-blooded creatures. But their physiology is far more complicated than previously thought. ...read more