Sixty years ago, a little-known philosopher challenged how science understands life. His perspective is finding new relevance in the age of artificial intelligence.

Speculative evolution explores the strange paths natural selection might have taken — and what that means for humans.

Some sci-fi aliens are wildly implausible. Others aren’t so far-fetched.

By treating the human body as an information system, scientists are using AI to simulate cells, visualize hidden biology, and detect disease at its earliest — and most preventable — stages.

"Broadly speaking, it's at least plausible, this might be right."

A practical framework for using AI more effectively

At COP30, Indigenous leaders came with a message the world can’t ignore: 5% of the global population is safeguarding 80% of Earth’s biodiversity. A $1.8B pledge was made to support their land rights — but will the money follow their lead?

A century ago, an American colony named after Trump's favorite president was thriving on the Isle of Pines. Then came hurricanes and geopolitical reality.

The great investor instinctively knew that humans are much smarter than computers in volatile environments. So he bet on common sense.

One big goal of science is to find an inhabited, Earth-like planet. But if we find an Earth-like world, will we even recognize it?

Military satellite research brought us GPS. Astronomers influenced medical imaging tech. What would be invented after we discover alien life? Professor Sara Seager explains the consequences of such a groundbreaking discovery.

Many reactions emit energy, often in large amounts, but cosmic efficiency is another metric altogether. Here's how to maximize your output.

The benefits of mathematical literacy reach far beyond the realm of numbers and equations.

The unanswered questions about sex, love, and pregnancy in space could shape the future of humanity more than we think.

The Universe is expanding, the expansion is accelerating, and some galaxies even recede faster-than-light. Can we see a change in real time?

Chris Miller explains the hidden reason that global superpowers are obsessed with Taiwan.

In this excerpt from The Laws of Thought, Tom Griffiths shares how George Boole developed a mathematical theory of logic.

Even the most brilliant mind in history couldn't have achieved all he did without significant help from the minds of others.

How many stupid acts does it take to make a person stupid?

Before Sun-like stars die, they transition from AGB red giants into preplanetary nebulae. Here's how Hubble sees the famous Egg Nebula.