RoboBee Lands Softly with New Legs
RoboBee engineers continue to innovate and have now developed technology for better legs for the microrobot to land.
Undisclosed Chemicals Found in Most Household Products
A study of personal care and cleaning products found that most contain undisclosed chemicals, or chemicals that are not listed on the label.
Pollination: Meet the Pollinators
Meet the pollinators! These are the birds, bees, and more that handle pollination so that we can enjoy the fruits of their labors.
Following a Solar Eclipse Path
Mid-August brought the first total solar eclipse since 2024. Where could you see it and what did people see?
Space Volcanoes: Where Are They and What Are They Like?
Scientists study meteorites and gather data on volcanic activity on planets and moons across our solar system.
What Really Happened to Giant Ground Sloths?
Giant ground sloths are extinct now, but scientists uncover what environmental factors helped them evolve in the first place.
Stress: A Hidden Trigger for Autoimmunity
Is your “fight or flight” response doing more harm than good? Uncovering a startling link between chronic stress and autoimmune conditions.
Do mosquito eaters eat mosquitos?
Are you wondering if the well-known mosquito eaters actually eat mosquitos? Find out the answer to this question and more.
How Wildfires Start Their Own Weather
An intense wildfire can produce its own weather, potentially causing thunderstorms and even “firenadoes.” Read on to learn how.
Degradation of Plastic in Natural Conditions
Plastic degrades in the sun in lab experiments but not in real life, so what makes fresh water and salt water different?