July 11, 2025
A century after a teacher went on trial for teaching evolution, the role of science in the classroom and in society remains in contention. Plus, tick seasons are getting worse, raising concerns about the risk of Lyme disease. Dogs can get vaccinated for it. Why can't humans? And, as disasters escalate, what's the future of FEMA?
Pequeña ciudad paga el precio de PFAS en el agua potable
Una base militar contaminó el agua de Newburgh, Nueva York, con PFAS por años. Ahora, un estudio devela los impactos en la salud.
How A Teacher Became The Center Of A Debate Over Evolution
In 1925, a teacher deliberately broke a law stating that evolution could not be taught in Tennessee classrooms. His trial rocked the nation.
And Then The Sub Went Silent
Oceanographer Victoria Orphan’s dream was coming true—she was onboard the Alvin submersible. But the trip was anything but smooth sailing.
How These Spiders At The Bottom Of The Sea Run On Methane
With the help of methane-munching-microbes, these translucent sea spiders gobble up a potent greenhouse gas to stay alive.
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Why Is The Scopes Trial Still Relevant 100 Years Later?
A century after a teacher went on trial for teaching evolution, the role of science in the classroom and in society remains in contention.
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Why Don’t We Have A Vaccine For Lyme Disease?
Tick seasons are getting worse, raising concerns about the risk of Lyme disease. Dogs can get vaccinated for it. Why can’t humans?
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How PFAS From A Military Base Has Sickened Nearby Residents
Newburgh, New York, is one of 10 communities involved in a CDC-led study to understand the effects of PFAS—forever chemicals—on health.
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Mammoths Stampede Into Sports… As Mascots!
A hockey team and a baseball team are adopting the mammoth as their mascot. A paleontologist shares why these wooly wonders bring the spirit.
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A Robot Performed Surgery All By Itself
For the first time, a robot practiced surgery on a pig cadaver—without a human controlling its every movement.
As Disasters Escalate, What’s The Future Of FEMA?
The president has said he wants to leave disaster response to the states. Plus, how much can climate change be blamed for extreme flooding?
In ‘Jurassic World,’ A Speculative Glimpse At Dinosaur Love
In the one good scene in “Jurassic World Rebirth,” 100-foot-long titanosaurs do some G-rated mating.
Everything Else Is Boring
Karmella Haynes doesn’t need to fit in—in life or in work. So when a research space didn’t exist for her, she created it.
The Seafaring Life Of ‘Modern-Day Captain Nemo,’ Robert Ballard
In a story from 2022, undersea archaeologist Robert Ballard shares adventures from beneath the waves and his love for deep sea exploration.
How Poisons Have Shaped Life On Earth
In a story from 2023, the book ‘Most Delicious Poison’ explores how common toxins have shaped life on Earth.
You Share Your Gut Microbiome With Your Friends
In this story from 2024, research suggests that we share parts of our microbiome with people in our social networks beyond family members.
Full-Body MRIs Promise To Detect Disease Early. Do They Work?
In this story from 2023, experts say the potential harms of full-body MRIs outweigh any possible benefits touted by influencers.
Your Guide To Conquering History’s Greatest Catastrophes
In this story from 2023, author Cody Cassidy uses science and the benefit of hindsight to figure out how to survive some of history’s biggest disasters.
In ‘Jurassic World Rebirth,’ Paleontology Is Still The Star
We talked to the movie’s paleontology consultant about the new ways he wanted to bring these magnificent dinosaurs to life.
Mars? It Was A Miracle We Got To Florida
Geologist Steve Squyres risked his career and millions of dollars to get the Spirit and Opportunity rovers on Mars.
After Her Grants Got Cut, This Researcher Is Suing The NIH
Katie Edwards has lost millions of dollars in grant money, bringing her research to a standstill. She’s taking the fight to court.