What Does the Future of Astronomy Hold? We’ll Find Out Soon
Astronomers gear up for another 10-year survey to figure out which telescope projects will make the cut. ...read more
Category: Discover Magazine
Sanitizing Surfaces Puts Our Minds at Ease. But What Good Do ‘Deep Cleans’ Really Do?
Scientists know that COVID-19 primarily spreads through the air. But that doesn’t mean that businesses’ hygiene and disinfection efforts are a total waste of time. ...read more
Science Projects for Nature-Loving Kids to do Outdoors or Online
These fun and easy science projects and experiments can help kids learn about nature either online or in the great outdoors. ...read more
The Causes of Adult Acne and How to Get Rid of It
Persistent pimples in adulthood might be linked to hormones, genetics, diet or stress. Although acne treatments aren't one-size-fits-all, dermatologists recommend trying some time-tested methods. ...read more
How Much Protein Do You Actually Need in Your Diet?
Protein requirements change throughout life. But experts say it’s just as important to focus on the source of protein rather than the amount you're eating. ...read more
40 Years Ago: Detroit’s Brainy New Autos, Now With Microprocessors
In this except from Discover’s debut issue in 1980, U.S. car makers were loading their new models with those "clever microprocessors." ...read more
The Traumatic Loss of a Loved One Is Like Experiencing a Brain Injury
What happens in the brain when someone you love dies — and how to overcome it with time. ...read more
KoreTrak Review: Best Fitness Tracker Smartwatch Activity Band
How Floating Microbes Could Live in the Acid Clouds of Venus
A team of planetary scientists has proposed a hypothetical life cycle that could allow microbes to survive on Venus by migrating between different atmospheric layers. ...read more
40 Years Ago: Lessons From the Eruption of Mount St. Helens
In this excerpt from Discover’s debut 1980 issue, Mount St. Helens’ spectacular show enabled scientists to learn how to predict volcanic eruptions. In our update, we share the lessons they’ve learned since. ...read more