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March 28, 2025
Mental health information on social media can be both revelatory and misleading. How do clinicians and their patients make sense of it? Plus, when a Chicago-size iceberg broke off of Antarctica, scientists studied the life and geologic formations hidden below. And, a music therapist reveals the best kinds of music to soothe a baby.
12:05
Hyperloop: Hype or Future Transportation?
Elon Musk described his Hyperloop design as a cross between a “Concorde, a railgun, and an air hockey table.”
17:37
Climate Update: Warming Temperatures
A look at the social and environmental impacts of global warming worldwide.
17:47
Biting Into the First In Vitro Burger
A laboratory lunch over the first in vitro burger.
12:17
Flexible Insect Protein Inspires Super Rubber
Flexible insect protein surpasses the best synthetic rubbers.
11:23
Comet Dust Brings a Spectacular Sky Show
The annual Perseid meteor shower, produced by remnants of the Swift-Tuttle comet, is back.
23:01
Reading, Writing, ‘Rithmetic . . . and Respect?
Some experts say teaching emotional literacy in school is key to better behavior—and better grades.
6:52
New Vaccine Beats Malaria in Early Trials
The vaccine offered complete protection against malaria in a small trial, but only after five doses.
17:12
Reexamining the Definition of Cancer
Will redefining cancer help prevent overdiagnosis and overtreatment?
17:36
Teaching Newton’s Laws Through Rhyme
Science teacher Christopher Emdin knows how to get his students interested in science: Rap about it.