Research

Space Astronomers spot a hot galaxy cluster that defies existing cosmic theory

Astronomers found a young galaxy cluster with gas far hotter than theory predicts, reshaping ideas about how clusters form.

Discoveries How ants gave up armor to build some of the largest societies on Earth Hannah Shavit-Weiner

Green Impact Engineers turn waste cardboard into a low-carbon building material Rebecca Shavit

Health New bioluminescent tool lets scientists watch live neural activity for hours Mac Oliveau

Health Breakthrough new drug lowers blood sugar and burns fat without muscle loss Joshua Shavit

Green Impact Tectonic research finds that Earth has six continents not seven Joseph Shavit

Discoveries Why shiny flowers are rare: bee vision reveals a hidden visual trade-off Rebecca Shavit

Health New ‘glue sniffer’ sensor lets scientists watch brain cells talk in real time Joshua Shavit

Space Runaway stars within the Milky Way may reveal dark matter’s hidden structure Joseph Shavit

Health Scientists may have discovered a usable source of electrical power within cells Mac Oliveau

Discoveries Greenland sharks reveal that extreme longevity does not have to mean failing vision Hannah Shavit-Weiner

Green Impact Smarter farming could pull billions of tons of carbon from the air Rebecca Shavit

Health The brain’s cerebellum may ease alcohol withdrawal symptoms Joshua Shavit

Innovations Introducing the world’s first production motorcycle powered by solid-state batteries Shy Cohen

Space Scientists produce the longest continuous series of images for a single active solar region Joseph Shavit

Green Impact Did an exploding comet end the age of the wooly mammoths? New evidence says yes Joshua Shavit

Health Gen Z is turning away from alcohol in Australia — could bring lasting public health benefits Rebecca Shavit