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Researchers scoured data to see whether women were well represented in economics. They're not.
Study found that dog stereotypes are probably wrong
This year, two groups of astronomers plan to send messages containing information about humans and the location of Earth toward parts of space they think may be home to intelligent life.
We can’t wait to taste it
Ruins of the pillars of an ancient Zeus temple are found in Egypt, and guess what they are made of pink granite.
Oh no, not this again.
A new study explores the effect that different types of fiber have on the human body.
From its birds' eye view, Ingenuity is offering precious information.
Turns out, nuclear power isn't actually the best option for supplying a settlement on Mars with energy.
The researchers said the new enzyme has the potential to “supercharge” recycling on a large scale.
A major tweak to ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries could bring charging time closer to those at the gas station.
It's the most comprehensive survey of reptiles to date, and it shows we need urgent action.
Much effort has been put into understanding what life was like around Stonehenge. But what about life before Stonehenge?
For the first time, scientists have found sex-based differences in how the human spinal cord handles pain signals.
Turns out, dressing your cat like a cute jester saves wildlife.
These super weapons may have seen action during the Crusades.
Study compared solar with nuclear, which had previously been suggested as the best option
Things like cultured meat or milk, insects, and microbial protein could make our food much more sustainable.
The country has seen its hottest March in 122 years, and this is expected to continue
We're still just learning the impact of plastics on the environment.
If subduction carries hydrous minerals deep into Earth’s mantle, they may “rust” the iron outer core, forming vast sinks of oxygen that can later be returned to the atmosphere.
The country is going to lengths trying to rid itself of the dependency on Russian fossil fuels.
We're inching closer to unraveling the origin of life on Earth.
It's a spider-eat-spider world out there, but these nifty males have evolved strong legs to get out of harm's way.
Yes, the world is really running out of sand.
Managing agricultural soil with rock dust can capture a lot of greenhouse gas emissions.
A new solution for a pretty old place.
Disinformation and vaccine hesitancy have cost the US people dearly.
It's one of the biggest agricultural challenges of the coming decades.
If you needed yet another reason to eat less meat, here it is.
This is not just some quirky gadget though.
Pure MDMA taken in the right amount and setting can be an antidepressant, whereas the typical use at raves leads to the opposite effects.
The fossil record shows a rich and intricate history for these unique creatures.
A series of droughts, and not the cold, pushed the Vikings away from Greenland.
A combination of brain and brawn make them some of the most adaptable birds you can find.
Scientists have come up with some pretty inventive ways to produce interstellar drugs -- because astronauts will likely need them.
Whether this is a viable long-term solution remains to be seen.
Climate change and habitat loss are triggering a global drop in insect numbers -- and it's not really that hidden.
But you probably wouldn't say it to its face.
Japanese scientists created a robot army that contains DNA. These fascinating molecular robots soon might get brains too.
If you use cannabis based products, be responsible and make sure they are out of your pet's reach.
The list also includes landing on Saturn’s moon Enceladus and getting the samples of Martian rock from the Perseverance rover.
Team of engineers used an “oreometer” to answer a burning dessert question
This is one of the first reliable pieces of evidence that people with aphantasia are trying to create mental images, but can't.
The goal is to help us wean off of fossil fuels.
Using feathers for thermoregulation and signaling may be hundreds of millions of years old.
A healthy, balanced diet and active lifestyle can help drastically reduce the risk of a womb cancer diagnosis.
Such a milestone showcases how far wind energy has come from its humble beginnings.
A new study likens processes on Europa to those on Earth, with far-reaching implications.
From something simple as ensuring air circulation to futuristic designs, building can be our ally in the fight against diseases.
