Vega-C rocket lost shortly after lift-off in French Guiana

The European Vega-C rocket was lost shortly after lift-off from French Guiana on Tuesday with two…

Study reveals the true value of elephants

New research examining the services and benefits of elephants has revealed many values are often overlooked…

New study finds birds build hanging-nests to protect offspring from nest invaders

A new study has found that birds build hanging-nests, particularly those with extended entrance tunnels, to…

Chronic dysentery was likely not the killer of Edward the Black Prince, despite what is commonly believed

Whatever disease killed Edward the Black Prince—heir apparent to the English throne in the mid 1300s,…

How race matters for the student loan crisis

In his new book, sociologist Jason Houle reveals how Black borrowers are disproportionately affected by the…

Scientists describe 146 new species in 2022

During 2022, researchers at the California Academy of Sciences have added 146 new animal, plant, and…

Researchers analyze performance of bacterium in combating coffee rust

A new study has analyzed the potential of a bacterium for biological control of the fungus…

Study: Amendments to insurance and international environmental laws needed for carbon capture, use and storage

“Robust” amendments to insurance law and international environmental law are needed to allow carbon capture, utilization…

What is the smallest continent? Breaking down Earth's seven continents by size

Across the planet, water makes up 71% of Earth’s surface. The remaining space is covered by…

Chemists make the unimaginable possible in crystalline materials discovery

The world’s best artists can take a handful of differently colored paints and create a museum-worthy…