Teachers Are Sharing How They Deal With Students Who Believe Conspiracy Theories Over Fact
Teachers face challenges in teaching science due to students' beliefs influenced by parents' political views.
School that creates future changemakers' in awards finals
North London Grammar School is recognized for its innovative community engagement and excellence in science education, inspiring future changemakers through global collaboration.
I spent a year in NYC's museums -and found them drowning in identity politics
Museums are increasingly perceived as promoting political ideologies over their original mission to protect and showcase human heritage.
NYE "IlluminOdyssey" Dazzling Winter Lights
IlluminOdyssey is an interactive science installation designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in children and adults through the exploration of light.
Tim Lee in Sunnyvale | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
Tim Lee humorously simplifies complex scientific topics, revolutionizing traditional comedy presentations with engaging PowerPoint slides.
It's Short Wave's 5th birthday! Here are science questions 5-year-olds asked us
Short Wave celebrates its 5th birthday by answering science questions from young listeners, emphasizing their curiosity and engagement with the show.
Teachers Are Sharing How They Deal With Students Who Believe Conspiracy Theories Over Fact
Teachers face challenges in teaching science due to students' beliefs influenced by parents' political views.
School that creates future changemakers' in awards finals
North London Grammar School is recognized for its innovative community engagement and excellence in science education, inspiring future changemakers through global collaboration.
I spent a year in NYC's museums -and found them drowning in identity politics
Museums are increasingly perceived as promoting political ideologies over their original mission to protect and showcase human heritage.
NYE "IlluminOdyssey" Dazzling Winter Lights
IlluminOdyssey is an interactive science installation designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in children and adults through the exploration of light.
Tim Lee in Sunnyvale | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
Tim Lee humorously simplifies complex scientific topics, revolutionizing traditional comedy presentations with engaging PowerPoint slides.
It's Short Wave's 5th birthday! Here are science questions 5-year-olds asked us
Short Wave celebrates its 5th birthday by answering science questions from young listeners, emphasizing their curiosity and engagement with the show.
LGBTQ+ STEM Day celebrates significant contributions of queer scientists who have advanced knowledge in various fields.
Local couple makes science-inspired rom-com
Alec Moore merges science and film in his romantic comedy, exploring themes of monogamy and love through a unique premise involving voles and human emotions.
13 LGBTQ+ scientists you should know
LGBTQ+ STEM Day celebrates significant contributions of queer scientists who have advanced knowledge in various fields.
Local couple makes science-inspired rom-com
Alec Moore merges science and film in his romantic comedy, exploring themes of monogamy and love through a unique premise involving voles and human emotions.
'We need to be ready for a new world': scientists globally react to Trump election
Trump's election victory raises concern among scientists about potential anti-science policies and global implications.
Why we need a body to oversee how science is used by governments
Science and politics are often misaligned, with researchers succumbing to biases rather than pursuing objective truths.
He has different personas': inside Benjamin Franklin's life as a scientist
Richard Munson highlights Benjamin Franklin's enduring relevance as a champion of science and civility amidst contemporary challenges in political discourse.
'We need to be ready for a new world': scientists globally react to Trump election
Trump's election victory raises concern among scientists about potential anti-science policies and global implications.
Why we need a body to oversee how science is used by governments
Science and politics are often misaligned, with researchers succumbing to biases rather than pursuing objective truths.
He has different personas': inside Benjamin Franklin's life as a scientist
Richard Munson highlights Benjamin Franklin's enduring relevance as a champion of science and civility amidst contemporary challenges in political discourse.
Scientists and historians need to engage in renewed dialogue to enhance understanding and collaboration, particularly in times of geopolitical tension.
Einstein in Oxford: the untold story of an unlikely friendship
Political turmoil leads to scientific collaboration, reminiscent of the past movements from Europe to the UK and US.
Scientific refugees during crises can significantly impact political and scientific landscapes.
What is the busiest UK railway station outside of London? The Saturday quiz
Karren Brady sold her future husband for £400,000, illustrating the crossover of personal and professional lives in the sports world.
Academic Dialogue Against the Background of War
Scientists and historians need to engage in renewed dialogue to enhance understanding and collaboration, particularly in times of geopolitical tension.
Einstein in Oxford: the untold story of an unlikely friendship
Political turmoil leads to scientific collaboration, reminiscent of the past movements from Europe to the UK and US.
Scientific refugees during crises can significantly impact political and scientific landscapes.
What is the busiest UK railway station outside of London? The Saturday quiz
Karren Brady sold her future husband for £400,000, illustrating the crossover of personal and professional lives in the sports world.
Google Triumphs on the Nobel Stage as Tough Antitrust Fight Looms
Google's Nobel Prize winners highlight the increasing role of AI in scientific innovation and the need for careful consideration of its implications.
The Candidates Aren't Even Pretending Science Matters
Candidates ignored critical scientific discussions during the debate, neglecting issues like pandemics and climate change despite their importance to public interest.
Harris, Trump both prioritize US tech interests DW 11/01/2024
The next US president must prioritize critical science and technology issues that impact economic growth, national security, and global leadership.
How 'smell phones' would work in reality
Future mobile technology may allow phones to transmit smells, enhancing communication beyond sight and sound.
Google Triumphs on the Nobel Stage as Tough Antitrust Fight Looms
Google's Nobel Prize winners highlight the increasing role of AI in scientific innovation and the need for careful consideration of its implications.
The Candidates Aren't Even Pretending Science Matters
Candidates ignored critical scientific discussions during the debate, neglecting issues like pandemics and climate change despite their importance to public interest.
Harris, Trump both prioritize US tech interests DW 11/01/2024
The next US president must prioritize critical science and technology issues that impact economic growth, national security, and global leadership.
How 'smell phones' would work in reality
Future mobile technology may allow phones to transmit smells, enhancing communication beyond sight and sound.
Exhibit: How an evolving science of light in the 'long Middle Ages' influenced generations of artists and scholars
The exhibition at the Getty explores how medieval understanding of light influenced art and science from 800 to 1600.
Brilliant dots of colour form exquisite patterns in this close-up of butterfly wings | Aeon Videos
The Biopixels project reveals the extraordinary microscopic beauty and evolutionary diversity of butterfly and moth wings through an artistic lens.
A BIGGER BANG
The Getty's PST ART program bridges art and science, enhancing understanding through creativity.
Photographing the Microscopic: Winners of Nikon Small World 2024
The 2024 Small World Photomicrography Competition showcases excellence in microscopic photography with over 2,100 entries from 80 countries.
Photos: Up close and personal, cicadas display nature's artwork
Trillions of periodical cicadas emerging in the US are both overwhelming and visually stunning, with scientists and artists noting their unique beauty.
Brookes' Gradient Paintings reflect the intersection of art and science through biological systems and perception influenced by altered consciousness.
Exhibit: How an evolving science of light in the 'long Middle Ages' influenced generations of artists and scholars
The exhibition at the Getty explores how medieval understanding of light influenced art and science from 800 to 1600.
Brilliant dots of colour form exquisite patterns in this close-up of butterfly wings | Aeon Videos
The Biopixels project reveals the extraordinary microscopic beauty and evolutionary diversity of butterfly and moth wings through an artistic lens.
A BIGGER BANG
The Getty's PST ART program bridges art and science, enhancing understanding through creativity.
Photographing the Microscopic: Winners of Nikon Small World 2024
The 2024 Small World Photomicrography Competition showcases excellence in microscopic photography with over 2,100 entries from 80 countries.
Photos: Up close and personal, cicadas display nature's artwork
Trillions of periodical cicadas emerging in the US are both overwhelming and visually stunning, with scientists and artists noting their unique beauty.
10 thoughtful insights about the great cosmic unknowns
Modern science has explained vast aspects of the Universe, yet significant mysteries, including dark matter and fundamental constants, remain unresolved.
What is the rare 'Steve' phenomenon? Inside the aurora-like display
STEVE is a unique atmospheric phenomenon related to the auroras, consisting of a ribbon of hot particles.
The name 'Steve' was inspired by an animated film scene, adding a human touch to science.
Nearly 50% of researchers quit science within a decade, huge study reveals
One-third of scientists leave the field within five years of their first publication, a significant academic turnover.
'Third Ear' Traverses Science and History, and Life's Dark Side
Elizabeth Rosner's 'Third Ear' explores the multifaceted art and science of listening and its profound impact on health and wellbeing.
Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock: The universe doesn't frighten me. Words do'
Belief in alien life exists, but confirmation within the next few months is unlikely; science requires humility in adapting ideas with new evidence.
Penicillin Musical Plays at U.N. Meeting on Antibiotic Resistance
The discovery of penicillin and the narrative of antibiotics is both dramatic and urgent, reflecting the ongoing battle against antimicrobial resistance.
'Afraid to talk': researchers fear the end for science in Venezuela
Venezuelan researchers are contemplating emigration due to increasing repression and censorship under Maduro's regime.
The political turmoil has led to fears over the future of independent science and research funding in Venezuela.
Science behind the perfect conker - and why bigger isn't always better
The advantage in conker matches often lies in choosing smaller conkers for their density and structural integrity, not size.
Evolution keeps making crabs. We asked a scientist why
Carcinization describes the repeated evolution of non-crab crustaceans into crab-like forms, highlighting nature's adaptability and diversity.
Second Life Podcast: Emily Nagoski
Emily Nagoski successfully pivoted from clinical neuropsychology to a leading role in sexual health education, emphasizing the importance of passion and expertise in her journey.
The Ig Nobel awards celebrate quirky scientific research that brings laughter and deeper understanding.
Studies on pigeon-guided missiles, swimming abilities of dead fish among Ig Nobels winners in Cambridge
The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate bizarre yet thought-provoking scientific achievements in a humorous ceremony, showcasing the unique relationship between comedy and science.
Celebrating science that's off the beaten track
The Ig Nobel awards celebrate quirky scientific research that brings laughter and deeper understanding.
Studies on pigeon-guided missiles, swimming abilities of dead fish among Ig Nobels winners in Cambridge
The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate bizarre yet thought-provoking scientific achievements in a humorous ceremony, showcasing the unique relationship between comedy and science.
The grassroots organizations continuing the fight for Ukrainian science
Ukrainian scientists face significant threats to their infrastructure due to outdated emergency plans.
A new initiative, Science at Risk, aims to document and address damage to scientific institutions.
Zero: The key to understanding everything?
The introduction of zero transformed mathematics from a tangible discipline to one that accommodates abstract concepts, enabling exploration of complex ideas and universal language.
Are Your Morals Too Good to Be True?
The article explores reflections on personal aspirations versus societal expectations during a transformative summer studying nature and science.
Spectacular stars over Stonehenge and more - August's best science images
The Northern Lights are expected to become more frequent due to solar storm activity linked to the Sun's 11-year cycle.
Which Snake Is the Most Venomous in the World?
New daily quizzes challenge participants on various topics each weekday.
Users can compare their scores with the average contestant and friends.
Slate Plus members enjoy a competitive leaderboard feature.
What we know would freak everyone out': meet the detectives hunting down the paranormal
The author uses a scientific approach to demystify UFO sightings, finding most to be explainable and categorizing various alien encounters.
Helen Fisher, Who Researched the Brain's Love Circuitry, Dies at 79
Helen E. Fisher's research demonstrated the biological underpinnings of love, revealing it as an intrinsic part of human behavior and brain function.
AI Lexicon X DW 05/17/2024
x.AI company focuses on building AI to accelerate scientific discovery, led by Elon Musk with a technical team having experienced members from reputable organizations.
Nature's message to South Africa's next government: talk to your researchers
The importance of utilizing science to address deep-rooted challenges in South Africa.
A Roadmap For How We Might One Day Live Forever
Humans have a deep-rooted denial about mortality, exemplified by extreme efforts like blood transfusions for longevity.
NASA researchers bid farewell to flying laboratory' at Ames Research Center
NASA scientists bid farewell to DC-8 Flying Laboratory after decades of service.
Helen Fisher, Who Researched the Brain's Love Circuitry, Dies at 79
Helen E. Fisher's research demonstrated the biological underpinnings of love, revealing it as an intrinsic part of human behavior and brain function.
AI Lexicon X DW 05/17/2024
x.AI company focuses on building AI to accelerate scientific discovery, led by Elon Musk with a technical team having experienced members from reputable organizations.
Nature's message to South Africa's next government: talk to your researchers
The importance of utilizing science to address deep-rooted challenges in South Africa.
A Roadmap For How We Might One Day Live Forever
Humans have a deep-rooted denial about mortality, exemplified by extreme efforts like blood transfusions for longevity.
NASA researchers bid farewell to flying laboratory' at Ames Research Center
NASA scientists bid farewell to DC-8 Flying Laboratory after decades of service.
How an Ancient Roman Shipwreck Could Explain the Universe
C. P. Snow's observations about the divide between scientific and traditional cultures remain relevant, highlighting ongoing communication challenges between the sciences and humanities.
Beloved BBC show to return after 25-year wait as fans rejoice
Walking with Dinosaurs returns after 25 years with a new six-part series to engage a new generation of viewers.
TIME and TIME for Kids Name the 2024 Kid of the Year: 15-Year-Old Scientist Heman Bekele
Heman Bekele, a 15-year-old scientist, was named TIME's 2024 Kid of the Year for developing affordable soap potentially capable of delivering skin cancer treatment.
Kyoto Tells Us How Humanity Can Come Together on Climate Change
Watching a play about the Kyoto Protocol at the Swan Theatre connected historical events on climate change with a personal experience, emphasizing the importance of science over denial.
Your most pressing climate questions
Buying stuff online may be better for the environment than driving to a store.
Kyoto Tells Us How Humanity Can Come Together on Climate Change
Watching a play about the Kyoto Protocol at the Swan Theatre connected historical events on climate change with a personal experience, emphasizing the importance of science over denial.
Your most pressing climate questions
Buying stuff online may be better for the environment than driving to a store.
Review: Raul Esparza is brilliant in Galileo'; the rest of the show can't keep up
Galileo: A Rock Musical presents a cautionary tale with a mesmerizing performance but fails to add significant depth or new insights into the well-known story of Galileo.
Review of Anthony Grafton, "Magus" (opinion)
Sir James Frazer categorized human understanding into magic, religion, and science as an evolutionary sequence.
Review: Raul Esparza is brilliant in Galileo'; the rest of the show can't keep up
Galileo: A Rock Musical presents a cautionary tale with a mesmerizing performance but fails to add significant depth or new insights into the well-known story of Galileo.
Review of Anthony Grafton, "Magus" (opinion)
Sir James Frazer categorized human understanding into magic, religion, and science as an evolutionary sequence.