Ancient grains of dust from space can be found on Earth − and provide clues about the life cycle of
Most presolar grains were destroyed in the formation of the universe. But some survived on meteorites.
Most presolar grains were destroyed in the formation of the universe. But some survived on meteorites.
Getting drugs into the brain is a challenge. A new study suggests a brain parasite may be able to help.
Smart buildings can team up to be more energy efficient while keeping the people inside comfortable.
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Providing a correction can affect how the audience feels about the journalists trying to set the record straight.
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Engineers have tried for decades to develop bionic eyes to reverse blindness. But the brain is far more complex than a computer.
Cats provide a purr-fect introduction to science topics, including ecology, evolution, genetics and behavior.
A civil engineer explains why roadways and rails warp and crack in the heat − and points to some innovative ways to keep…
It’s a fundamental requirement for life on Earth. But how does water exist on such a forbidding world as the Moon?
A pioneering effort that allowed a teenager with a neck injury to play pinball sheds light on today’s vibrant community…
Women typically suffer from more headaches than men, and some people experience migraines only during menstruation.
Brains encode language by matching words to patterns of activity. Large language models can do the same thing.
CAPTCHAs are a key part of the arms race between AI deceivers and AI deception detectors. A computer scientist explains…
Fire-produced thunderstorms and tornado-like fire whirls are more common than anyone realized, as high-resolution satellite…
Your favorite TV show isn’t the only place where guest stars might appear. Keep an eye on the sky for the second half…
Long before all vehicles become self-driving, AI could drastically improve traffic conditions. Traffic jams could become…
Older adults are at risk for contracting STDs – not only because of stigma and infrequent condom use, but also because…
The eruptions that began in 2021 in Iceland could last for centuries, which is bad news for Icelanders but good news for…
Because smartphones can make people focus more on their personal needs, it can be harder to persuade their users to donate…