As a graduate student in physics, I was often the only woman in the room. As I gained more experience, I learned valuable lessons about the scientific community and how to better advance my career. Once I started mentoring female graduate students, I realized that many of them had also felt alienated around some scientists, an experience...
My research team used 18 years of sea wave records to learn how destructive ‘rogue waves’ form – here’s what we found
Rogue waves[1] have captivated the attention of both seafarers and scientists for decades. These are giant, isolated waves[2] that appear suddenly in the open ocean.
These puzzling giants are brief, typically lasting less than a minute before disappearing. They can reach heights of 65 feet (20 meters) or greater and often more than twice the...
Moose have lived in Colorado for centuries – unpacking the evidence from history, archaeology and oral traditions
Moose are on the loose in the southern Rockies.
In July 2025, a young wandering bull was captured[1] roaming a city park in Greeley, Colorado. A spate of similar urban sightings[2] alongside some aggressive moose encounters[3] has elevated moose management and conservation into a matter of public debate, especially across metro Denver and ...
What is rust? A materials scientist explains metal’s crusty enemy
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]. What is rust? – Henry E., age 13, Boston, Massachusetts Imagine leaving your shiny metal bicycle outside in the rain. As water pools on its surfaces, oxygen from the air
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