June 2, 2023
Animals like tiger sharks, sea otters, and wildebeest play outsized roles in sequestering carbon. Plus, over a thousand people have participated in an international project to crossbreed smaller varieties of a backyard tomato plant. And, researchers find the saguaro cactus’ new growth is declining.
Undiscovered Presents: The Magic Machine
On the latest episode of our podcast Undiscovered, a new life support technology leaves a doctor wondering how far she’ll go to save a life.
Undiscovered Presents: The Holdout
On the newest episode of ‘Undiscovered,’ did a meteorite kill the dinosaurs? One paleontologist has a bone to pick with that theory.
I, Robovie
Our podcast, Undiscovered, is back for season 2! In this episode, some psychologists probe just how far kids’ empathy for robots will go.
We Are ‘Go’ For Launch
Take a tour of NASA’s historic launchpads in Google Earth.
Take A Tour Of NASA’s Historic Launchpads
Take a tour of NASA’s historic launchpads in Google Earth.
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Sniffing Out Hidden Cancer
Ovarian cancer is one of the world’s most deadly and silent cancers. An innovative team of scientists (and dogs) are creating an early detection method that could save lives.
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The Winter Roach: New York City’s Invasive Cold Tolerant Roaches
Rutgers University entomologists unravel clues to identify a new invasive species of cockroach and what its emergence represents.