Science

Deadly epidemic spurs research into the lives of bats

By PBS News Hour

White-nose syndrome is one of the deadliest wildlife diseases in modern times, killing bats by the millions. By waking up the animals more often during hibernation, the illness depletes their fat reserves, causing starvation and death. Now the discovery of…

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The science behind why your shoelace knot is doomed to fail

By Nsikan Akpan

Fret no longer children of planet Earth, as new research has figured out the physics behind why shoelace knots fail and why some shoelaces are more prone to the mistake.

For science educators, the stakes for teaching the next generation feel higher than ever

By Victoria Pasquantonio

Teachers who attended the National Science Teacher Association conference say professional development is vital to their success -- and the success of their students and the country.

Here's what California's 'super bloom' looks like from space

By Lindsey Hoshaw, KQED

It’s a fantastic year for wildflower lovers in California, who’ve been frolicking amid fields of poppies, lupine and golden brush.

Before you send your spit to 23andMe, what you need to know

By Sharon Begley, STAT

The genetic testing company 23andMe received approval this week from regulators to sell genetic reports on an individual’s risk for 10 diseases, most prominently Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

Where do you stand on the March for Science?

By News Desk

On April 22, scientists and science aficionados will gather for the March for Science, a series of demonstrations planned at more than 100 cities worldwide.

Column: Can scientists predict a bad Lyme disease season?

By Caleb Hellerman, Global Health Reporting Center

Good science aims to discern patterns that are less obvious, and one fascinating idea about Lyme disease is poised to be put to the test.

An 'Earth-sized' telescope takes aim at the first-ever image of a black hole

By Joshua Barajas

For years, actual images of black holes have remained elusive. The Event Horizon Telescope might be changing that as you read these words.

If you had to eat a human, which body part should you pick first?

By Nsikan Akpan

To better understand the historical motivations of cannibalism, a new study looks into the nutritional value of human body parts.

Why finding a solution to control Lyme disease isn't simple

By Miles O'Brien

Ticks are by far the biggest disease vector in the U.S., and Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness in the northern hemisphere, causing neurological problems and even permanent cognitive and sensory impairment if not treated. Science correspondent Miles…

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