Science
Research findings, space exploration, and scientific developments explained in plain English.
Total Solar Eclipse Crosses Spain, Iceland and the Arctic
A total solar eclipse swept across parts of Europe and the Arctic on August 12, with a partial eclipse visible from the northern United States -- the first major eclipse event since 2024.
How NASA Plans and Launches a Space Mission
Space missions don't happen overnight. Here's a general look at how NASA moves a mission from concept to launch.
What Is Climate Change? The Science, Explained
A clear overview of the scientific consensus on climate change: what's driving it, how it's measured, and what the evidence shows.
What Is CRISPR? A Beginner's Guide to Gene Editing
CRISPR has transformed genetic research and enabled new medical treatments. Here's a plain-English explanation of how it actually works.
How Vaccines Work: The Science Behind Immunization
Vaccines train the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens before an actual infection occurs. Here's how that process actually works.