SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY
Search headlines
Find the stories shaping the conversation.
Results for " science " 21,373 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle
Children to sit new national tests in reading, maths and science
Pupils will sit the new online tests in P4 and P7 of primary school and year 10 of post-primary school.
Governor Newsom, Be the Man Science Needs
How will his final legislative season pan out?
Marine Science Minor Provides Opportunities in Ocean Science
Developed in partnership with Bigelow Laboratory, Colby’s new marine science minor offers foundational knowledge and hands-on learning.
Science Corp raises $230M as it races to bring its brain implant to market
A source close to the company says the round assigns Science a post-money valuation of $1.25 billion.
Brain Tech Startup Science Corp. Raises $230 Million to Treat Blindness
Neurotechnology company Science Corp. raised $230 million from investors to commercialize its implant for blindness and develop even more advanced brain devices.
MHS takes 2nd at Science Olympiad regional
Manistee High School had a strong showing at a Science Olympiad regional meet at Mid Michigan College in Mount Pleasant.
UNC Computer Science showcases foundational AI research powering discoveries across Carolina - College of Arts and Sciences
The inaugural CoreAI Discovery Day featured research, discussions and demonstrations related to artificial intelligence from faculty members and students in the department of computer science.
Second Pregnancy Does Something Unique to The Brain, Study Reveals
"Each pregnancy leaves a unique mark."
Slowing Huntington’s disease: how science advice enabled a breakthrough treatment
A coordinated research effort shows how science advice and shared infrastructure can help turn new ideas into meaningful progress for people and communities.
Go behind the science with Rodolfo Dirzo
The Stanford ecologist traces quiet shifts in the natural world – and how they circle back to human health. PhD student Phil Roberge takes us on a tour of his lab.
Scientists discover a hidden force that helps wire the brain
Growing neurons rely on chemical cues to find their targets, but new research shows that the brain’s physical properties help shape those signals. Scientists discovered that tissue stiffness can trigger the production of guidance molecules through a force-sensing protein called Piezo1. This protein not only detects mechanical forces but also helps maintain the structure of brain tissue. The discovery reveals a powerful link between the brain’s physical environment and how its wiring is built.
From moonquakes to Mars rovers: Rice science open house sparks curiosity in local community
Rice's second annual Earth, environmental and planetary science (EEPS) open house generated interest in science
Q&A with chemist Lily Robertson: Pioneering autonomous discovery to accelerate science at Argonne
Argonne assistant chemist Lily Robertson explains how her team is using robotics and machine learning in the Robotic Autonomous Platforms for Innovative Discovery-200 lab to accelerate materials discovery.
Stand Up for Science will hold second rally against Trump administration
Public health chaos and research funding cuts are inspiring nationwide pro-science protests against the Trump administration
Weekend events: Lady Gaga, science fest, wine crawl
Shake off the work week blues with these events happening around metro Atlanta.
Scientists Reconstruct The Face of a 3.7-Million-Year-Old Human Relative
See 'Little Foot' in amazing detail for the first time.
About 250 years ago, the nation’s Founding Fathers took on one of the nation’s first invasive species
The invasive Hessian fly spurred suspicions of biological warfare, threatened the new nation’s economy and inspired the nation’s first citizen science projects.
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
COLUMN: The most important thing I’ve learned as a biology student
Biology student Jackson Hatcher believes that the sciences are oversimplified, and that it is more complex than what most learn in high school.
Community science inspires curiosity, inclusion, and discovery
The Yale School of Public Health collaborated with Celentano Biotech, Health and Medical Magnet School, and New Haven Public Schools, to create The Tree of
Career Chat: A Science Communicator Uses Video to Bring Research to Life
Plant biologist Molly Edwards started a science communication business called Science IRL to showcase the exciting and curious side of science.
Irvine whiz kid says FBI probe sparked by science experiment was a ‘surprising situation’
A 17-year-old whiz kid whose Irvine home was at the center of an FBI and hazmat squad probe last week said the search was all because of his science experiment. Federal authorities said they were l…
Brown Brain Fair invites Rhode Islanders to explore the science of the brain
The free, family-friendly event on March 15 welcomes visitors for a day of fun and exploration, featuring games, art projects, lightning talks and demonstrations that highlight the wonders of the human brain.
David Baltimore, 7 March 1938 – 6 September 2025: a giant in biomedical science
Leukemia - David Baltimore, 7 March 1938 – 6 September 2025: a giant in biomedical science
Scientists discover the protein that malaria parasites can’t live without
Scientists have uncovered a crucial weakness in the malaria parasite that could open the door to new treatments. Researchers identified a protein called Aurora-related kinase 1 (ARK1) that acts like a traffic controller during the parasite’s unusual cell division process, ensuring its genetic material is properly separated as it multiplies. When scientists switched off ARK1 in laboratory experiments, the parasite could no longer replicate correctly and failed to complete its life cycle in both humans and mosquitoes—effectively halting its ability to spread.
Denver zoology preparator who deals with "all the squishy bits" hopes to inspire as STEM mentor for Girls & Science
Find out why a zoology preparator at Denver Museum of Nature & Science loves her job
"Bonded By Evolution: The Science of Love and Connection" explores what we prioritize in romantic re
Community members rally to save Lankenau Environmental Science High School
Students, teachers and families gathered at Lankenau Environmental Science High School on Wednesday to call for increased state education funding.
The science of synthetics: How a Saint Michael’s grad is changing the way the world views lab-created DNA
When Noah Robinson, Ph.D., graduated from Saint Michael’s College in May of 2021, he left campus with much more than a diploma – he left with the skills
STC’s 20th Annual Science Olympiad invites students to witness STEM in action
South Texas College hosted the 20th Annual Regional Science Olympiad, bringing hundreds of middle school and high school students from across the state to its Pecan Campus to compete in a wide-range of STEM-focused events.
Why We Fight for Science When Everything Is Going Sideways
The great experiment of American democracy is interwoven with science, innovation, and discovery.
Rhode Island Life Science Hub CEO Mark Turco to step down
Turco’s last day will be March 11. His successor will inherit an agency with big ambitions, and a limited time to prove its worth.
‘Enough’ with blame and shame: The science behind obesity and GLP-1s
In a new book, Yale endocrinologist Ania Jastreboff teams up with Oprah Winfrey to transform how we think about health, weight, and obesity.
Virginia Science Olympiad at UMW Celebrates STEM Learning Across the Commonwealth
Eliora Teshome held her breath while her balsawood bridge was put to the test. The Lake Braddock Secondary School student from Burke, Virginia, had worked for months – in her school’s testing lab, during library hours and late at night – with fellow eighth-grader Rebecca Huang to build the miniature model into a winning weight-bearing […]
John DesJardins named Director of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute
Clemson University has appointed John DesJardins, Ph.D., as director of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute (RHBSSI). The Institute supports Clemson faculty, staff and students in advancing research and innovation across the sport sciences.
John DesJardins named Director of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute
Clemson University has appointed John DesJardins, Ph.D., as director of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute (RHBSSI). The Institute supports Clemson faculty, staff and students in advancing research and innovation across the sport sciences.
NASA Anomaly Review Board Investigates MAVEN Loss of Signal
A NASA anomaly review board, convened in mid-February, is evaluating the recovery efforts undertaken for the agency’s MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile
A Titan collision may link Saturn’s tilt, its moon Hyperion and its rings
A new study proposes that a crash between Titan and another moon spawned Hyperion and, much later, destabilized Saturn’s inner moons into rings.
RI Life Science Hub CEO stepping down. Here's why, and what comes next.
Dr. Mark Turco "will step down" from his role with the Hub Wednesday, March 11, to lead a medical device company.
'THE STORY OF EVERYTHING' PRESENTS GROUNDBREAKING EVIDENCE THAT HAS REIGNITED THE DEBATE OVER SCIENCE, ORIGINS, AND THE EXISTENCE OF GOD IN THEATRES NATIONWIDE FROM FATHOM ENTERTAINMENT APRIL 30-MAY 6
A new feature documentary is about to challenge everything you thought science had settled about the origin of the universe—and the existence of God. The Story of Everything arrives in theatres nationwide April 30–May 6 from Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide. The Story of Everything will bring to the big screen stunning new evidence from cosmology, physics, and molecular biology that its creators say demands a radical rethinking o
Call for Proposals: Teaching Political Science in an Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) | Deadline: April 5, 2026 -
The American Political Science Association’s (APSA) Teaching and Learning program and the Political Studies Association (PSA) Teaching & Learning Network are pleased to announce a call for proposals for a small cohort of political science/politics instructors to participate in a virtual teaching and learning symposium that will meet on Zoom between June 22-26, 2026.
Call for Proposals: Teaching Political Science in an Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) | Deadline: April 5, 2026 -
The American Political Science Association’s (APSA) Teaching and Learning program and the Political Studies Association (PSA) Teaching & Learning Network are pleased to announce a call for proposals for a small cohort of political science/politics instructors to participate in a virtual teaching and learning symposium that will meet on Zoom between June 22-26, 2026.
2026 Kern County Regional Science Fair Results Announced
More than 700 students from 4th through 12th grade got out their poster boards and hands-on experiments to showcase their science projects at the 38th annual Kern County Science Fair, held Tuesday at the Dignity Health Convention Center. Check out...
To Help Save Wildlife, Ecologists Learn AI Skills at the Zoo’s Science Campus
As artificial intelligence reshapes science, a new generation of ecologists is learning how to harness its potential.
AI is prepared to commit science fraud, research finds
ArXiv, a repository for pre-peer-reviewed papers, has been “overwhelmed” with submissions since the rise of LLMs.
Rally to Take Back Science happening Saturday in Missoula
Happening this Saturday in Missoula — a rally aimed at defending science, public health, and democracy.Stand Up for Science is hosting what they’re calling the
Seymour Studios goes live with new community science podcast
The Seymour Marine Discovery Center launched a new podcast Tuesday to connect Santa Cruz County’s scientists, problem-solvers and community members. While the new show spotlights local environmental success stories, the studio itself offers an inclusive space for anyone in the community to record and share their message, conservation-focused or not.
Millions with joint pain and osteoarthritis are missing the most powerful treatment
Stiff knees and aching hips may seem like an inevitable part of aging, but experts say we’re getting osteoarthritis all wrong. Despite affecting nearly 600 million people worldwide — and potentially a billion by 2050 — the most powerful treatment isn’t surgery or medication. It’s exercise. Movement nourishes cartilage, strengthens muscles, reduces inflammation, and even reshapes the biological processes driving joint damage.
Resuscitation science, training and technology leaders launch new self-guided resuscitation learning model nationwide
DALLAS, March 4, 2026 — Millions of people in health care, workplace safety and emergency response roles globally are required to complete credentialed resuscitation training on a recurring basis, often while balancing demanding schedules and limited...
Popular fruits and vegetables linked to higher pesticide levels
A sweeping new study reveals that what’s on your plate may directly shape the pesticides circulating in your body. Researchers found that people who eat more fruits and vegetables known to carry higher pesticide residues—such as strawberries, spinach, and bell peppers—also have significantly higher levels of those chemicals in their urine. While produce remains a cornerstone of a healthy diet, the findings highlight how everyday food choices can drive real-world exposure to substances linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and developmental harm.
Scientists build a “periodic table” for AI
Choosing the right method for multimodal AI—systems that combine text, images, and more—has long been trial and error. Emory physicists created a unifying mathematical framework that shows many AI techniques rely on the same core idea: compress data while preserving what’s most predictive. Their “control knob” approach helps researchers design better algorithms, use less data, and avoid wasted computing power. The team believes it could pave the way for more accurate, efficient, and environmentally friendly AI.
Scientists capture a magnetic flip in 140 trillionths of a second
Scientists at the University of Tokyo have captured something never seen before: a frame-by-frame view of how electron spins flip inside an antiferromagnet, a material once thought to be magnetically “invisible.” By firing ultrafast electrical pulses into a thin layer of manganese–tin and tracking the response with precisely timed flashes of light, the team uncovered two distinct switching mechanisms. One relies on heat generated by strong currents, while the other flips spins directly with minimal heating — a far more efficient process.
GW Leaders Discuss Sale of Virginia Science and Technology Campus | GW Today | The George Washington University
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Bruno Fernandes and Interim Provost John Lach address questions about the sale.
When depravity becomes entertainment
Josh Reavis | What does binge-watching stories of murder do to our consciences?
Five Global Teams Awarded $125 Million to Take on the Toughest Challenges at the Frontiers of Cancer Science
BOSTON, March 04, 2026--Cancer Grand Challenges, a global initiative co-founded by the National Cancer Institute in the US and Cancer Research UK, today announced a major $125m commitment to propel cancer research into uncharted territory. Five pioneering international teams will each receive up to $25m over approximately five years to tackle some of the most ambitious and unanswered questions in cancer.
A Life in Science: Curiosity and collaboration in cancer research
New in our A Life in Science series, we hear from Elodie Lewkowicz, Asset Lead, about how curiosity and collaboration
Women continue breaking barriers in science, but work remains to close gender gap
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Each February, the world celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science — a time to recognize the trailblazers and inspire the next generation of scientists. While more women are studying and working in scientific fields than ever before, men continue to outnumber them in many areas. According to
Irvine teen breaks silence after at-home science lab sparks FBI hazmat investigation
A 17-year-old just months away from earning his degree from UC Irvine is speaking out after his at-home science lab led to a weeklong investigation. He believes it's all a big misunderstanding.
CT’s chance to align juvenile sentencing with science
The United States remains the only country in the world that still permits children to be sentenced to life in prison.
A History of HeLa Cells: How the Immortal Cells Advanced Biomedical Science
HeLa cells are the most famous human cells in science. Discover how cervical cancer, HPV proteins, and bioethics shaped one of medicine’s biggest breakthroughs.
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’: why laser weapons are no longer science fiction
‘Directed energy weapons’ are a cheap way to hit a lot of targets – and militaries around the world are taking notice.
2026 Kern County Science Fair highlights students’ hard work, love of experimentation
The 2026 Kern County Science Fair was held at the Dignity Health Convention Center as hundreds of local students showcased their projects and passions.
Discussing the political fallout from Iran conflict
As the conflict in Iran rages on, Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore discusses the history of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, as well as the possible political fallout.
Universal Vaccine Blocks Viruses, Bacteria, And Allergies With a Nasal Spray
One vaccine to rule them all.
Author Margaret Merritt underscores value of science and history by highlighting people in her works
The longtime Alaska biologist’s recent book follows the life of Tilly Keilitz, who became an internal refugee in Germany in the years immediately following World War II.
House Science Committee leaders criticize FCC rulemaking on space safety
The leaders of the House Science Committee say the FCC is overstepping its authority with parts of a space licensing rulemaking.
Cooking up science engagement, a fermentation experiment
By blending hands-on cooking with scientific experimentation, a study from a team at North Carolina State University demonstrates how culinary creation can spark scientific discovery and deepen public engagement with researchers.
IMAP opens a new era for heliosphere science and space weather
The Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe, a Princeton-led NASA mission to study the Sun and everything it touches, has officially begun its science mission. Princeton marked the occasion with a panel discussion of IMAP leaders, science talks and a reception hosted by the Center on Science and Technology.
Irvine teen speaks out after science experiment sparks FBI probe
Amalvin Fritz and his family have said the whole situation is a misunderstanding.
Scripps Oceanography at UCSD granted $15M for deep sea, glacier science
The Fund for Science and Technology, a new private foundation, granted Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego $15 million for ocean science Tuesday.
Scientists, Engineers and Legal Experts Condemn Partisan Attack on Scientific Reference Manual for Judges
Last month, a government agency erased climate change from a manual that helps federal and state judges understand complex science in court. The political attack on the nonpartisan publication “should concern us all,” its co-authors warn.
Crypto billionaire pardoned by Trump gives £20m to science
The London Institute for Mathematical Sciences has secured funding from the British entrepreneur Ben Delo — a major gift for a non-Oxbridge body
The science of the grocery store line
If you’re like me, you spend a lot of time in the grocery store. In fact, sometimes I think it would be easier to just have my employer forward my […]
Nature Made® Continues Expansion of its Gut Health Offerings with the Launch of SuperGreens and Digestive Enzymes
WEST HILLS, Calif., March 03, 2026--Nature Made, the leading national vitamin and supplement broadline brand with over 50 years of expertise in delivering high-quality products with ingredients backed by science, today announces the launch of three new products to help support gut health – SuperGreens Powder, SuperGreens Capsules, and Digestive Enzymes – as part of the brand’s larger product innovation strategy.
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4818-4824: Thinking Out of the Boxwork
Written by Ashley Stroupe, Operations Systems Engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Japan’s Cargo Spacecraft Nears Departure as Crew Works Spacewalk Preps, Science
Mission managers have given the go for a Japanese cargo spacecraft to depart the International Space Station at the end of the week. Meanwhile, the Expedition 74 crew is reviewing upcoming spacewalk procedures, packing a second cargo spacecraft for its departure, studying artificial intelligence tools, and conducting Earth observations.
The Science-Backed Method to Hit Perfect Pickleball Drops Every Time
The third shot drop isn't magic; it's mechanics. Get the science right, and suddenly that impossible shot becomes far more manageable.
Spotlite: What are Clouds Made Of?
Student producers from Hampton City Schools confront the common misconception that clouds are made of gas. In this NASA Spotlite, they explain the science of
Spotlite: On the Hunt for Magnetic Metals
In this NASA Spotlite, NASA interns investigate the misconception that all metals are attracted to magnets. Through a hands-on experiment, they test different
Hybrid Solar Panel Turns Raindrops into Electricity
A Spanish research team’s patented thin film generates 110 volts from a single raindrop’s impact.
2026 NASA Planetary Science Summer School (PSSS)
Now through March 23, 2026, NASA is encouraging applications for its 38th Annual Planetary Science Summer School.
Microbes That 'Disarm' Peanut Allergy Proteins Discovered in Mouth And Gut
Hidden allies.
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science & Technology receives $250k investment
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry announced a $250k investment in the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science & Technology Monday. The investment is part of...
The train has left the station: Agentic AI and the future of social science research
A new era of agentic AI agents has begun. What does it mean for social scientists? Solomon Messing and Joshua Tucker discuss.
NovaBridge to Host Business Update Call to Review Phase 2a Data for VIS-101 in Wet AMD on Monday, March 9, 2026
VIS-101, purpose-designed to be a best-in-class dual VEGF-A/ANG-2 inhibitor, has the potential to provide more effective and durable treatment than the current standard of care for patients with wet AMD, DME and RVO Visara, a NovaBridge Majority-Owned Subsidiary, Holds Global Rights to VIS-101 Outside of Greater China and Certain Asian Territories ROCKVILLE, Md., March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NovaBridge Biosciences (Nasdaq: NBP) (NovaBridge or the Company) a global biotechnology platform co
Digital Science Partners with HERSA to Build Security, Integrity and Trust in UK Research
Digital Science and HERSA are partnering to boost research security and integrity for UK universities, and to build trust in science.
Stout turns local flooding issue into science lesson
Stout Middle School, in collaboration with a team from the University of Michigan, has turned a local environmental issue into a set of lessons for sixth grade science students. Students in Ms....
Metformin treated diabetes for 60 years. Now scientists find it works in the brain too - Futura-Sciences
Doctors have prescribed metformin for type 2 diabetes since the 1950s. It works: reliably, cheaply, and with a safety record few drugs can match. What nobody fully understood, until now, was how. A study published in Science Advances on July 30, 2025, by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and...
Two Mizzou professors recognized by the Academy of Science of St. Louis
March 3, 2026 Two University of Missouri professor were recently recognized for outstanding achievements by […]
CSU's Little Shop of Physics brings science to life for 8,000+
Over 8,000 people explored hands-on science experiments, from robotic arms to liquid nitrogen ice cream, at CSU's Little Shop of Physics open house.
CSU's Little Shop of Physics brings science to life for 8,000+
Over 8,000 people explored hands-on science experiments, from robotic arms to liquid nitrogen ice cream, at CSU's Little Shop of Physics open house.
Scientists just found the brain’s hidden defense against Alzheimer’s
A new study has uncovered why some brain cells are more resistant to Alzheimer’s damage than others. Researchers found a natural cleanup system that helps remove toxic tau protein before it can form harmful clumps. The study also shows that cellular stress can produce a dangerous tau fragment linked to Alzheimer’s. Strengthening the brain’s natural defenses could point the way to new treatments.
Neutrinos could explain why matter survived the Big Bang
An international team combining two major neutrino experiments has uncovered stronger evidence that neutrinos and antimatter don’t behave as perfect mirror images. That subtle difference may hold the key to why the universe didn’t vanish in a flash of self-destruction after the Big Bang.
Scientists find the genetic switch that makes pancreatic cancer resist chemotherapy
Scientists have identified a crucial molecular switch that decides whether pancreatic cancer cells resist chemotherapy or respond to it. The key player, a gene called GATA6, keeps tumours in a more structured and treatable form—but it gets shut down by an overactive KRAS-driven pathway. When researchers blocked that pathway, GATA6 levels rebounded and cancer cells became more sensitive to chemo. The discovery could help turn some of the toughest pancreatic tumours into ones doctors can better control.