What Space Smells Like According To Astronauts
Astronauts have reported a number of different smells upon returning from a spacewalk. Here's the science behind what they're saying.
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Apple Watch Series 8 Could Beat Samsung To This Key Health Sensor
The Apple Watch is already the best smartwatch on the market, and it looks like the next-generation version will be even more powerful with a new health tool.
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Scientists Just Made A Big Discovery About The Earth's Crust
Scientists have learned new information about the history of our planet -- specifically about the makeup of the top layers, how they've been moving, and when.
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Why Mental Health Apps May Not Be As Secure As You Think
Research conducted on a variety of mental health and prayer apps revealed a cesspool of data-sharing, lack of security, and widespread disregard for privacy.
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Researchers May Have Just Identified The Largest Ancient Marine Reptile
Researchers have published a study detailing a massive ancient tooth fragment that may have belonged to the largest prehistoric marine reptile.
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How Long Term Space Travel Will Affect The Human Body
Humans are eager to visit Mars in person, but doing so will require spending long periods of time in space, something that's hard on the human body.
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The 12 Coolest Scientific Discoveries Of April 2022
Science continues to amaze us. Here are the most incredible scientific discoveries this month, from black holes merging to Neptune's shifting seasons.
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How Are Astronauts Protected From Space Radiation?
Keeping astronauts safe from radiation in space is one of the most important concerns that researchers must address as we head to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
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James Webb Space Telescope Is Fully Focused At Last - Here's What That Means
Now that the James Webb Space Telescope is fully focused, it's important exploration, research, and discovery work can begin in earnest.
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These Are NASA's Replacements For The Original 1983 Astrovan
These are the vehicles that will replace the NASA Astrovan from Airstream. They're not quite the original, but they may one day be just as classic.
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This Is Our Best Bet For Settling On Mars, According To Scientists
For a crewed mission to Mars to be successful, we'll need a lot of energy while on the ground. Here's how researchers expect that to materialize.
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NASA's Crew-4 Have Arrived At The Space Station - What's Next For The Astronauts?
The Crew-4 astronauts join a busy International Space Station to perform research tasks over the coming months. Here's what's on the docket.
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This Is Why Solar Sails Are The Future Of Space Exploration
Solar sails have the potential to be the future of space exploration thanks to their simplicity and their ability to sidestep the use of traditional gasoline.
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The Real Reason For The Moon Landing Conspiracy
NASA pulled off something seemingly magical when it shuttled the first humans to the moon, but not everyone believes the event played out as claimed.
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What Will Happen To The Mars Rover Opportunity's Remains?
NASA declared that its Opportunity mission is over and the rover will remain on Mars for a long time, but the red planet may not be its final resting place.
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This Is How A Star Becomes A White Dwarf
White dwarf stars are a fascinating part of the sprawling universe around us, representing the end stage of a star already billions of years old.
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Scientists Found The Building Blocks Of DNA And RNA In Meteorites. Here's What That Means
Researchers have discovered the final missing building blocks of DNA and RNA in a series of disparate meteorites: What does this mean for life on Earth?
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Why The Large Binocular Telescope At Mount Graham Was Controversial
The Large Binocular Telescope is part of an international observatory in Arizona, but its construction wasn't without controversy that remains to this day.
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The Prototype For The World's First Floating City Is Finally Here
The world's oceans are slowly rising and it doesn't look like that'll change anytime soon. Floating cities may be one tool to help address the problem.
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Jack In The Box Just Partnered With Miso Robotics. Here's Why
Jack in the Box is the latest restaurant to test robotic assistants, though whether they'll become a regular part of the kitchen is yet to be seen.
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The Real Reason NASA Has Its Own Railroad
It's weird to think the United States' agency that takes people to outer space also has technology from the 1800s.
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The Real Reason Blue Origin's Rocket Looks...Like That
If you've seen any of Blue Origin's launches, you've probably noticed the rocket has a...familiar design. Experts say there's a good reason for that.
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Why Solar Storms Present A Problem For Satellites
Solar storms are a pretty common occurrence, but they're not without risk. These events can impact satellites, disrupting services and missions alike.
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Scientists Revealed Two Black Holes Just Combined Into One
Two black holes slammed together, generating a "kick" that sent the resulting single massive black hole shooting away with a mind-boggling velocity.
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The Interesting Seismic Activity We Started To Detect On Mars
Earth isn't the only planet to experience violent quakes. What's impressive about those on Mars it that they've happened without plate tectonics.
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New Study Traces Cancer Causes Back To DNA
A new study shows new ways in which causes of cancer can be connected to DNA in humans. This new system could change the way we handle cancer forever.
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What UV Radiation From The 'Goldilocks' Stars Could Really Mean
In humanity's search for habitable planets other than our own, new insight into how UV radiation affects planets seems to rule out masses of candidates.
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