Smaller and Smaller Bikes
Inspired by a fun moment with his kids, the creator embarked on a mission to build the world’s…
The Green Sahara
In 2000, a team led by paleontologist Paul Sereno made a groundbreaking discovery in the Sahara Desert. They…
A Telescope Guide to Your Next Sky-Watching Adventure
Note (23/08/2024): All prices listed here reflect item prices at the time of writing. You may have looked…
For the Love of Science: Ten Must-Reads for Science Enthusiasts
It’s hard to disassociate the prospect of reading a “science” book with the notion of the task becoming…
There Be Weird Sharks
Deep-sea sharks have adapted to extreme environments with features like large eyes for low light, bioluminescence for camouflage…
Do We Have Astronauts to Thank For Our Beds?
NASA’s innovations have led to various consumer products, including radiant barriers in homes, durable and flexible aerogels in…
A Supernova For the History Books
On February 23, 1987, the supernova SN1987A exploded in the Large Magellanic Cloud, visible to the naked eye…
Robots Don’t Need to Look Human
Unlike traditional metallic and humanoid robots, future robots might be soft and flexible and come in various shapes…
Study Reveals Differences in Medieval Diets Based on Social Class in Southern France
At a Glance Archaeologists in southern France have uncovered new insights into medieval eating habits using stable isotopes,…
Lunar Timekeeping
With plans to send astronauts back to the Moon in a few years, scientists face the challenge of…