Stories Tagged as
Science
Critics say HONEST Act undercuts EPA’s use of science
by
Scott Tong
Apr 10, 2017
Email suggests the head of the EPA ignored staff objections to a measure that could restrict the agency's ability to use the best science
Why a food scientist is trying to make powdered breast milk
by
Joy Díaz
Feb 20, 2017
Donated breast milk in liquid form can be expensive because it needs to be to be screened for disease and drugs, and then stored. One way to address this may be a technique called "spray-drying."
Why mud cracks on Mars matter
by
Molly Wood
Jan 19, 2017
A scientist from the Curiosity team tells about the rover's latest find and what it's like to work on Martian time.
The legacy of early female astronomers
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Bridget Bodnar
Dec 6, 2016
We explore cracks in the glass ceiling from a very long time ago.
How "Jurassic Park" inspired one doctor
Oct 5, 2016
In "Wonder Women," Sam Maggs details the accomplishments of trailblazing women. Here's one of their stories.
Basic research, over decades, is Zuckerberg's goal
by
Gigi Douban
Sep 22, 2016
Facebook founder and his physician wife have a charitable venture built for the long haul.
First renewable energy boat to sail around the world
by
Donna Tam
Sep 12, 2016
The “Solar Impulse of the seas” starts a historic 6-year journey next year.
For public good, not for profit.
Africa’s elephant population drops 30 percent since 2007
Sep 1, 2016
A new study attributes the decline to an increase in poaching.
Who tweets for Einstein?
by
Tony Wagner
Feb 11, 2016
We talked with the guy who helps represent Albert Einstein's estate.
Ever wonder why you bought that ugly sweater?
by
Molly Wood
, Mukta Mohan
and Bridget Bodnar
Nov 24, 2015
The way a store looks, sounds, and even smells has a major impact on your spending.