As humans alter the planet’s climate and ecosystems, scientists are looking to Earth’s history to help predict what may unfold from climate change. To this end, massive ice structures like glaciers serve as nature’s freezers[1], archiving detailed records of past climates and ecosystems – including viruses.
A third of the world’s population lacks internet connectivity − airborne communications stations could change that
About one-third of the global population, around 3 billion people, don’t have access to the internet or have poor connections because of[1] infrastructure limitations, economic disparities and geographic isolation.
Today’s satellites and ground-based networks leave communications gaps where, because of geography[2], setting up traditional...
What is mental imagery? Brain researchers explain the pictures in your mind and why they’re useful
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 are some people able to visualize scenarios in their minds, with colors and details, and some people are not? – Luiza, age 14, Goiânia, Brazil Imagine you are in a soccer
... What links aging and disease? A growing body of research says it’s a faulty metabolism
Aging is a biological process[1] that no one can avoid. Ideally, growing old should be a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Aging also has a darker side, however, often linked to disease.
Every second, your cells perform billions of biochemical reactions that fuel essential functions for life, forming a highly interconnected ...