Michael McElroy grew up in Belfast and earned a Ph. D. in applied mathematics from Queen’s University, where he famously solved ten test problems instead of the required three. His curiosity pushed him from planetary studies during the space race to deep investigations of Earth’s atmosphere. At Kit
George Takei, famous for his role on Star Trek, spoke about the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures’ month‑long film series that celebrates space travel in movies. The event started on January 30 and ends February 28, showing titles such as Star Trek IV, The Right Stuff, Solaris, and Interstellar. A
Lindsey Vonn has always been a standout in alpine skiing, but her career is as much about biology and resilience as it is about speed. At 41, she announced retirement in 2018 because her knees were aging and hurting. Yet a breakthrough robotic knee operation in 2024 revived her competitive edge, all
The film that promised a fresh look at society failed to deliver. A well‑known director, a popular star and a solid budget should have made it a hit. Instead the movie ended up being a disappointment at the box office and in reviews. The story was built around a scientific trick called “downs
In three children’s hospitals, doctors and nurses asked 33 staff members and 20 parents how they decide whether a parent can stay during a life‑saving procedure. The answers were split into two big ideas. First, parents can be both a help and a hindrance. Some team members feel that watching a chil
A fresh approach lets scientists watch glycine receptors in action at the nanometer level. Glycine receptors, which help dampen nerve signals, have been hard to study because usual fluorescent tags interfere with their normal behaviour. The new design attaches a chloride‑sensitive dye, mClYFP, to th
Deep beneath California's north coast, a seismic puzzle is unfolding. Scientists have uncovered hidden fault lines, revealing that the earthquake risk in the region might be much higher than we thought. The Mendocino Triple Junction, a hotspot where three tectonic plates meet, is more complex than p
Invisibility has always been a fascinating idea, from ancient myths to modern sci-fi. But is it possible in real life? Scientists are working on it, using clever tricks with waves. They've found that by manipulating light, sound, or even earthquake waves, they can make things seem to vanish. This i
The Trump administration's goals have been clear from the start: shrink the federal government, boost presidential power, tighten immigration, and challenge universities for their perceived leftist ideologies. These aims have hit American science hard. Billions in research grants have been cut or fr
In the forests of North Carolina, a unique team of dogs and their human partners are on a mission. These aren't your average pets; they're highly trained truffle hunters, helping both science and the local economy. Massi, a 4-year-old Lagotto Romagnolo, is one such dog. With his muddy paws and eage
