NASA’s robotic prospectors are helping scientists understand what asteroids are made of – setting the stage for miners to follow someday Mining an asteroid probably won’t look...
Secure attachment to both parents − not just mothers − boosts children’s healthy development Strong, supportive relationships with moms, dads and nonparental caregivers are all vital. skynesher/E+...
Friendship research is getting an update – and that’s key for dealing with the loneliness epidemic Despite stereotypes to the contrary, men can prefer close, one-on-one friendships....
Cancer has many faces − 5 counterintuitive ways scientists are approaching cancer research to improve treatment and prevention Cancer cells don’t follow the typical rules that allow...
Asteroids in the solar system could contain undiscovered, superheavy elements An illustration of an asteroid orbiting through space. Mark Garlick/Science Photo Library via Getty Images Johann Rafelski,...
AIs could soon run businesses – it’s an opportunity to ensure these ‘artificial persons’ follow the law If AIs are going to play a role in society,...
How often do you lie? Deception researchers investigate how the recipient and the medium affect telling the truth Hunter Biden has been charged with making a false...
Being humble about what you know is just one part of what makes you a good thinker Good thinking is built from many ingredients. skynesher/E+ via Getty...
What are roundabouts? A transportation engineer explains the safety benefits of these circular intersections A large roundabout in China. Jiojio/Moment via Getty Images Deogratias Eustace, University...
Space rocks and asteroid dust are pricey, but these aren’t the most expensive materials used in science Meteorites can get pricey, but they’re not the most expensive...