Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
In the winter, it can be hard to see animals because it is cold outside. But some animals you might be able to spot, even in your backyard, are birds. Birds live in many different … Read more
Our roads are filled with lots of different vehicles every day. So, it’s important to maintain road quality. Healthy road surfaces keep drivers and passengers safe. But many roads eventually develop holes in them. These … Read more
Wind and other forces of nature cause ocean water to be in constant motion. Waves are evidence of this motion. Waves appear on the ocean surface as choppy, rolling movements. Waves can be observed in … Read more
Think about some of the amazing architectural structures in the world – bridges, towers, skyscrapers. Engineers spend hours developing plans and choosing materials for their structures. One of the most interesting architectural structures is made … Read more
Imagine jumping up and not coming down. Even if you jump high, you always come back down. Think about what would happen if you were washing a plate and it slipped out of your hands. … Read more
Beyond the creative play of building things with blocks and erector sets is the innovative world of robotics. Robotics is the science of learning about and creating robots. Robots are machines that collect information from … Read more
Earlier this fall, a strong hurricane formed in the Gulf of Mexico. The nearby beaches had super-strong winds and heavy rainfall. On September 28, Hurricane Ian made its way to land and hit the gulf … Read more
Humans need bats. Bats are often misunderstood animals. They are spooky symbols associated with Halloween, but bats are also intelligent creatures with unique skills and helpful habits. There are over 1,400 species of bats, which … Read more
One of the most beautiful phenomena in nature is the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. Aurora comes from the name of the Roman god of the dawn. Borealis comes from the Greek … Read more
Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed the Earth. They lived in areas that humans now call home. Paleontologists are scientists who study fossils and other traces of prehistoric life. Some types of fossils are bones, … Read more
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