Lunar Vacuum Cleaner: NASA’s Next Big Step
NASA is gearing up for an exciting lunar mission which will deploy a “vacuum cleaner” designed to collect regolith samples from the Moon’s surface.
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New Material Promises Computing Revolution
Material science is a key player in technology breakthroughs, often overlooked but crucial for innovation.
Let Kids Take Risks—Science Shows It’s Worth It
Risky play isn’t just fun—it’s a foundation for growth. Research proves it builds confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills while reducing stress. Let kids take safe risks and watch them thrive.
Mars Sample Return: The Race Is On
NASA is gearing up for a significant decision on its Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission, with a final call expected by 2026.
From Smoke to Drink: Health Risks Uncovered
Dive into the current conversation on alcohol warnings and their potential impact on public health.
Is Global Warming Accelerating?
Earth’s temperatures broke records in 2023 and 2024, prompting scientists to question if global warming is speeding up.
Herd Immunity and Historical Missteps
A supporter of the Great Barrington Declaration is drawing a parallel between the rejection of its “natural herd immunity” strategy during the pandemic and the dismissal of Ignaz Semmelweis’s groundbreaking findings on hand hygiene.
New Insights from Old DNA
A new software tool is shaking up the field of genetic analysis by diving deeper into ancient DNA data.
Why Old Memories Survive New Ones
When we sleep, our brains juggle old and new memories in distinct phases, keeping them from overwriting each other.