Sure, the American colonies had Benjamin Franklin and his kite. But many other natural philosophers were thinking big thoughts about the world.
Jul 3
29 min
Researchers have engineered an artificial cell, hoping to build a customizable chassis for chemical production.
Jul 2
18 min
As NASA prepares for long-term moon bases, scientists are working on how to grow food in lunar soil and deal with razor-sharp moon dust.
Jul 1
17 min
In a story from 2025, neuroscientist Ardem Patapoutian discusses immigrating to the U.S., finding belonging, and pioneering touch research.
Jun 30
36 min
Ancient squirrel poop provides a snapshot of life during the last ice age. And, how different types of laughter originate in the brain.
Jun 29
17 min
A new pancreatic cancer drug doubles survival times. And a new treatment for a rare form of ALS slows and improves some patients' symptoms.
Jun 26
18 min
The chlorine in swimming pools reacts with our urine and sweat, producing volatile chemicals that are potentially harmful to breathe.
Jun 25
12 min
The Office of Management and Budget has proposed rule changes to insert a political review step into the scientific grantmaking process.
Jun 24
12 min
Fossils suggest there were ancient scorpions over 3 feet long. Terrifying? Perhaps, but there’s a lot to love about these arachnids.
Jun 23
18 min
The FDA approved the first new sunscreen ingredient in over 20 years—one that's long been used around the world. What took so long?
Jun 22
12 min
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