Underwater Microscope Zooms in on Tiny Marine Life
A submersible microscope reveals plankton behavior.
Protecting Wildlife in a Changing Climate
As habitats shift, connections are key for climate-sensitive species.
Caving for Cures: Mining Drugs From Nature
Scientists study underground microbes, seeking cures for disease.
Curiosity Lands on Mars
NASA’s mission control guided Curiosity to a perfect landing in Gale Crater.
Our Microbiome—Identifying the Worlds Within
Our health depends on trillions of microbes living in our bodies.
Brown Widow Spiders Invade Southern California
Have black widow spiders lost their bite?
The Transit of Venus
Sky-gazers caught a rare glimpse of Venus framed by the Sun.
Our Ancient Relatives Born with Flexible Skulls
Fossil gives scientists a heads-up on the origin of flexible infant skulls.
