NASA Encourages Citizen Scientists to Contribute to Space Research
NASA is calling on individuals of all ages to join its citizen science initiatives, enabling members of the public to actively contribute to ongoing scientific research using just a smartphone,…
P.S. 189 Students Participate in Interactive Science Event at Yeshiva University
On Friday, April 4, Weissberg Commons at Yeshiva University was filled with the sounds of laughter and excitement as young students from P.S. 189 participated in an interactive science event.…
Dozens of New Internet Satellites Launched Amid Increasing Space Activity in 2024
In 2024, the growing demand for global internet coverage has led to the launch of dozens of new internet satellites by major players including SpaceX, Amazon, and China. These deployments…
Astronomers Discover Massive Exoplanet That May Be Made Entirely of Water Ice
Astronomers have discovered a massive exoplanet that is far larger than Earth and may consist almost entirely of water ice. This intriguing world, located outside our solar system, offers compelling…
Exploring the Age of Morton Gneiss: One of the Oldest Rocks on Earth
Morton Gneiss, located in southwestern Minnesota, is known for its stunning appearance and remarkable age. This ancient rock formation dates back approximately 3.6 billion years, placing it among the oldest…
D.C. Everest Middle School Students Qualify for National Science Bee
Two sixth-grade students from D.C. Everest Middle School, Nathan Welge and Braxton Larson, have qualified to participate in the National Science Bee, a prestigious academic competition that tests students’ knowledge…
Senator Tammy Baldwin Honored with AACR Distinguished Public Service Award
Senator Tammy Baldwin has received the Distinguished Public Service Award from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), acknowledging her ongoing dedication to advancing biomedical research and advocating for sustained…
Study Suggests Earth’s Oceans Were Once Green for Billions of Years
Scientists are reevaluating the ancient appearance of Earth’s oceans, with new findings suggesting they may have been green for billions of years rather than the familiar blue seen today. The…
NSF’s NRAO and University of Florida Partner to Advance Radio Astronomy
The U.S. National Science Foundation’s National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NSF NRAO) and the University of Florida (UF) have entered into a new partnership aimed at enhancing educational and scientific collaboration…
Adorable Shiny Frog Captivates the Internet
A photograph of a diminutive, glossy frog has recently gone viral online, delighting viewers with its shiny skin and compact size. The image, which shows the frog resting on what…
