12:08
First Malaria Vaccine Is Approved by WHO
The parasite kills half a million people per year. How a malaria vaccine could save lives.
17:11
Will Improved Testing And New Antivirals Change The Pandemic’s Path?
As the government plans to spend $1 billion on at-home testing, a science reporter and an epidemiologist unpack this week’s pandemic news.
16:52
Preparing For The Next Pandemic Needs To Start Now
The U.S. was woefully unprepared for COVID-19, thanks to longstanding issues. Can we change before the next pandemic?
16:33
See A Familiar Face? Thank These Brain Cells
Researchers have found a group of neurons that seem tuned to respond specifically to the faces of those you know.
39:09
The Hot And Cold Past Of The Air Conditioner
From the 1904 World’s Fair to deadly heat waves, take a look back at more than a century of AC.
12:03
Healthcare Is Hard Enough To Get. If You’re A Trans Youth, It’s Even Harder
A new study highlights the variety of barriers that impact trans youth seeking care, from legal obstacles to stigma from doctors.
17:06
See A Spotted Lanternfly? Squash It!
The invasive and damaging pest has carved out a foothold on the East Coast—and experts worry it could spread.
14:52
As Primates Go Extinct, So Do Their Parasites, Upsetting Ecosystems
As endangered primates disappear, so do their parasites. That could have big ecological consequences.
2:02
The World According To Sound: How Spiders Shake Things Up For Love
Listen to researchers share how spiders woo their partners, and join a worldwide listening party.
29:09
Looking Back On A Century of Science
The archives of Science News offer a window into how science has progressed and changed over a hundred years.