String Theory Explained
Renowned theoretical physicist, Brian Greene, explains string theory as if he’s talking to a graduate student of physics and then he boils it down for the rest of us. Greene is the co-founder of the World Science Festival, which has a new initiative called «City of Science» which is a 5-event series taking place this […]
Life in the universe | The Economist
Does life exist anywhere else in the universe? And how did it get started? Scientists are seeking the answers in the cosmos, our solar system and right here on planet Earth.
Why does time pass? | The Economist
The equations of physics suggest time should be able to go backwards as well as forwards. Experience suggests, though, that it cannot. Why? And is time travel really possible?
What is dust made of? – Michael Marder
Less than a tenth the size of an ant, a dust mite’s whole world is contained in the dusty film under a bed or in a forgotten corner. This realm is right under our noses, but from our perspective, the tiny specks of brilliant color blend together into a nondescript grey. What are these colorful […]
Why The Big Bang Isn’t The Beginning Of The Universe — It’s The End Of Something Else
The Big Bang is not the beginning of the universe, it is the end of our theoretical understanding of space and time. Prior to the Big Bang, we just don’t know what existed. It’s possible that our universe came from another universe entirely. Science Insider tells you all you need to know about science: space, […]
What Is Beyond The Universe?
Scientists have found that the universe is expanding in all directions at once, but how can that be? And what is it expanding into?
This Is Not What Space Looks Like
Amazing images of the far reaches of the universe are everywhere, but are they accurate? What does space really look like?
Why Do Cockroaches Even Exist?
Roaches are more than just pests that crawl around our homes. Here’s how they are actually beneficial and even essential to the environment.
Why Cockroaches Are So Hard To Kill
Cockroaches are one of the most widespread and resilient creatures on this planet. They are practically everywhere around us, hiding in the walls, sewers, and perhaps your cupboard. They are also one of the most hated creatures by humans. If you are like most people, you will become determined to kill all of the roaches […]
Why Do We Boil Lobsters Alive?
Whenever you enter a restaurant, you’re putting your health in someone else’s hands. Thousands of people get sick from food poisoning each year. But thankfully chefs can take steps to minimize the risk. One of those ways? Boiling lobsters alive. Turns out, those unusual tanks of live lobsters in restaurants isn’t just there so you […]
What Would Happen If All The Coral Reefs Died Off?
We’re currently facing the worst bleaching of coral reefs ever known in history, but what would happen if all the coral reefs died off? We’ve already lost 50% of the world’s coral, and we’re at risk of losing even more. If the world lost all its coral reefs, the results would be dire
Scientists are turning spinach leaves into heart tissue
Spinach might be good for your heart, but scientists at Worcester Polytechnic Institute are actually trying to turn spinach into heart tissue. Using a process that strips the cells from plants, researchers turned the leafy green into a clear cellulose structure that happens to have a similar structure to human blood vessels. Researchers believe that […]
This Incredible Creature Can Regenerate Its Brain, Heart, And Limbs
*Editor’s note: Dr. James Godwin is now a research scientist at MDI Biological Laboratory.* The story begins with the Aztec God of death and lightning, the Xolotl. As legends have it, he was a monstrous dog that guarded the sun god and ushered souls to the underworld every night. One day, as Gods began sacrificing […]
These are the longest-living life-forms on Earth
What is the true longest-living life-form? Tortoises, whales, and trees are all likely to be the winners. However, some microscopic species are the answer for this. They have been alive since before humans even existed — that’s more than 200,000 years ago. Following is a transcript of the video. If you think living to 100 […]