Think back to that basic biology class you took in high school. You probably learned about organelles[1], those little “organs” inside cells that form compartments with individual functions. For example, mitochondria produce energy, lysosomes recycle waste and the nucleus stores DNA. Although each organelle has a different function, they are...
Carl Sagan’s scientific legacy extends far beyond ‘Cosmos’
On Nov. 9, 2024, the world will mark Carl Sagan’s 90th birthday – but sadly without Sagan, who died in 1996 at the age of 62[1].
Most people remember him as the co-creator and host of the 1980 “Cosmos” television series[2], watched worldwide by hundreds of millions of people. Others read “Contact[3],” his best-selling science...
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The 27 Club isn’t true, but it is real − a sociologist explains why myths endure and how they shape reality
There’s a certain allure to the notion that some of the world’s brightest stars burn out at the age of 27. The so-called 27 Club[1] has captivated the public imagination for half a century. Its members include legendary musicians Jimi Hendrix[2], Janis Joplin[3], Jim Morrison[4], Kurt Cobain[5] and Amy Winehouse[6]. The idea is as...
How can Jupiter have no surface? A dive into a planet so big, it could swallow 1,000 Earths
Curious Kids[1] is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [2]. Why does Jupiter look like it has a surface – even though it doesn’t have one? – Sejal, age 7, Bangalore, India The planet Jupiter has no solid ground – no surface,
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