25:58
Rewriting The Genomic Alphabet
Scientists are creating unnatural base pairs and synthesizing genomes to better understand DNA—and create new medicines and fuels.
6:46
A Tantalum Bullet For Asteroid Research
Japan’s Hayabusa2 spacecraft will use a bullet to collect samples from an asteroid and return them to Earth.
4:57
California And The Federal Government Clash Over Environmental Rules (Again)
Trump Administration officials have pulled out of talks with California over fuel economy standards for cars.
7:45
Why Do Grapes Spark In The Microwave?
The answer involves hotspots, ions, electrons, and plasma. Yes, plasma.
8:58
Clearing Up The ‘Art Acne’ On Georgia O’Keeffe’s Paintings
Scientists are working to clean up small dimples on Georgia O’Keeffe’s paintings caused by the aging of pigments.
9:20
Now Presenting, The Nominees For The Next Space Telescope
Four telescope projects have been nominated to be NASA’s next great observatory. But which will take home the coveted award?
7:17
Israel Launches The First Privately-Funded Lunar Mission
The Beresheet lunar lander’s $90 million budget came mostly from private funders.
16:44
Is California Ready For The Next Catastrophic Flood?
The worst flood in California history was once thought to be incredibly rare. But new data—and climate change—are changing the equations.
28:52
When Black Holes Burp, Stars Sense It
As a grad student, Priya Natarajan theorized that winds emanate from black holes, affecting nearby stars. Now, new evidence hints that she was right.
11:19
What Does That Parking Lot Puddle Have To Do With Climate Change?
The amount of water in the streets and other low-level flooding in coastal communities has increased—and it is linked to changes in climate.