11:58
Glitter Gets An Eco-Friendly Glimmer
Chemists have developed a new way to make eco-friendly glitter from plant fibers.
25:39
Chilling Out With Unusual Ice
From pancake to frazil ice, an oceanographer shares insights into the Earth’s poles.
3:44
The Curious Case Of The Unmeltable Ice Cube
A non-melting ‘jelly ice’ cube could improve packaging and cold storage.
17:37
Francis Collins, Longest-Running NIH Director, To Step Down
An acclaimed geneticist who helped map the human genome, Dr. Francis Collins reflects on his long tenure at the NIH.
33:41
The Best Science Books Of 2021
Whether you’re spending down a holiday gift certificate or heading out to the library for winter page-turners, we’ve got you covered.
12:12
The Resurrection Of The American Chestnut
A once-common food staple, this giant tree has essentially disappeared from American forests. Can we bring it back—and should we?
16:42
Surfing Particles Can Supercharge Northern Lights
How the physics of plasma, particles, and the Earth’s magnetic field combine in dazzling displays of aurora.
29:14
Looking Back On A Century of Science
The archives of Science News offer a window into how science has progressed and changed over a hundred years.
16:40
Decking the Halls, Mathematically
How many calories does Santa consume? From Markov chains to matrices, mathematician Hannah Fry is here to optimize your holiday questions.
17:08
When Can Climate Change Be Comedy?
A disaster-ologist and a movie curator discuss the role that disaster movies play in understanding the biggest challenges facing humanity.