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Scientific pluralism is the notion that some questions must be approached from many angles. How can we integrate these scientific models?
Using DNA from samples of extinct flowers, synthetic biologists managed to approximate long-lost floral scents.
Music therapy might boost memory, but the benefits are small. Just in case, tell your grandparents to listen to their favorite 1960s tunes.
Like it or not, we are the descendants of busybodies.
The majority of the matter in our Universe isn't made of any of the particles in the Standard Model. Could the axion save the day?
There are a few possible solutions to the problem of interstellar travel, but they largely remain within the realm of science fiction.
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Communication with home will be difficult on long-haul space flights. The longer this isolation goes on, the more detached a crew becomes.
The insurmountable contrasts between their visions help explain Russia’s stunted development and hint at its destructive future.
On Nov. 15, 2021, U.S. officials announced that they had detected a dangerous new debris field in orbit near Earth. Later in the day, it was confirmed that Russia had […]
The most unique interloper into our Solar System has a natural explanation that fits perfectly — no aliens required.
In his new book, "The Wires of War: Technology and the Global Struggle for Power," Jacob Helberg outlines the brewing cyberwar between Western democracies and autocracies like China and Russia.
Resilience training can be instrumental in helping employees recover from difficulties and embrace change in the workplace.
Science continues to amplify our view of reality.
An evolutionary biologist explains why you probably won't grow a tail.
The power of play: our forgotten lifehack.
Parasites aren’t limited to just worms and ticks. Even some plants like to feed off others — and they perhaps could help fight invasive species.
We once thought the Moon was completely airless, but it turns out it has an atmosphere, after all. Even wilder: It has a tail of its own.
Employees are quitting at record rates – a trend that shows no signs of stopping.
Despite the wide diversity of spider species, most orb-weavers seem to follow the same playbook when building their webs.