HT Volcanic Eruption Triggered an “Unprecedented” Ozone Depletion, Scientists Say
A team of atmospheric specialists recently published their research in the journal Science, revealing the significant impact of…
How Do Scientists Study Our Body’s Internal Clock?
The circadian rhythm regulates our body’s daily processes on a roughly 24-hour cycle. While its specifics remain a…
This Man Held His Breath For 17 Minutes.
There’s a science to the skillful way both free divers and performers alike manage to hold their breath…
The Dinosaurs Weren’t Wiped Out All at Once (In Fact, They Weren’t Wiped Out at All)
On that fateful day 65 million years ago, the dinosaurs saw a sight that left a mark in…
The Eclipse That Proved Einstein Right
May 29, 1919—a date which, to others, might not seem so special. Not to scientists, however; this particular…
Museum Specimens Unlock Secrets of the Fruit Fly’s Two-Century Evolutionary Journey
In a remarkable journey spanning two centuries, scientists from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Lund University have unlocked…
Antarctic Ice Shelves Experiencing Unprecedented Loss Over 25-Year Study Period
A recent study published in the journal Science Advances provides crucial insights into the state of Antarctica’s ice…
Is It Human to Be a Fan of Something?
You may already be a fan of a particular movie or series, or music group, or a sports…
Dr. Becky Talks: The Upper Limit of Star Size
Stars, as we well know, are absolutely humongous—our own star, the Sun, can comfortably fit all of the…
ESA’s Euclid Mission, Explained by Dr. Tyson
Launched early in July, the mission seeks to explore the beginning of the universe itself, primarily by measuring…