Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
For thousands of years, there has been a connection between humans and the night sky. When the night sky is dark, the Moon and constellations become visible. Constellations are groups of stars that create recognizable … Read more
Did you know that there are some organisms that produce their own light? They light up in the dark like glow sticks. They are bioluminescent. Bioluminescence is a chemical reaction in a living thing. There … Read more
Maria Telkes was an American scientist who invented solar-powered devices. She studied biophysics and chemistry. She earned her doctorate degree in 1924. Telkes learned that heat from sunlight could be captured and stored, and then … Read more
Some organisms that lived a long time ago were gigantic. Prehistoric sea turtles were some of those organisms. Recently, the remains of a new species of giant sea turtles were discovered. Scientists say they lived … Read more
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
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