A Resurgence of Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon increased sharply in 2016. The government must take steps to protect the world’s largest rain forest.
Why Does Saturn Have Rings?
Every school child will recognize a photo of Saturn. The squash-colored planet is orbited by distinctive rings, easily visible ...
What Makes a Brain “Speech Ready?”
Can monkeys talk? According to new research, they could, if their brains would let them.
Bringing Ancient Meals to Life
Recreating ancient meals--complete with 2500-year-old booze--is no easy feat.
Why Getting to Mars is Not So Easy
There is a reason Mars has a reputation as a graveyard for spacecraft.
What Makes Blueberries Superfoods?
Summer is here and with it comes Cyanococcus Vaccinium, otherwise known as the blueberry. These little fruits are ...
How Not to Approach Wildlife in Yellowstone National Park
National parks like Yellowstone are great places to get close to nature, but tourists shouldn't forget that they are also important refuges for wildlife.
Avoiding Autoimmune Diseases
Avoiding autoimmune disease may depend on your social class and the ecosystems you’re exposed to.
Guess What? You’re a Superorganism.
The White House has announced the "microbiome moonshot" – a push to understand the human microbiome.
A New Use For Soy
When it comes to the relationship between people and soy—a replacement for animal proteins derived from soybeans—well, it's complicated.