Could this rare supernova resolve a longstanding origin debate?

Detection of a supernova with an unusual chemical signature may hold the key to solving the…

Groundbreaking study could lead to fast, simple test for Ebola virus

In a breakthrough that could lead to a simple and inexpensive test for Ebola virus disease,…

Former ARRL Headquarters Staffer Ellen White, W1YL, is Among Krenkel Medalists

ARRL Headquarters staff alumna Ellen White, W1YL, is among those awarded the Russian E.T. Krenkel Medal,…

Former ARRL Headquarters Staffer Ellen White, W1YL, is Krenkel Medalist

[UPDATED 2019-05-07 @ 2318 UTC] ARRL Headquarters staff alumna and Life Member Ellen White, W1YL, is…

Pilot Dave Mackay on becoming the first Scot in space

In February Dave Mackay guided Virgin Galactic’s space craft to almost 56 miles (90km) above earth. …

New treatment for severe dry eye disease promising in early clinical trials

Participants in a phase I/II clinical trial of a new enzyme-based treatment for severe dry eye…

New 'jumping' superbug gene discovered, resistant to last-resort antibiotic

While sifting through the bacterial genome of salmonella, food scientists discovered mcr-9, a new stealthy, jumping…

Eye's vulnerability to macular degeneration revealed

Scientists have found significant differences in the shape and biology of the same type of cell…

Threatened sturgeon learns for the fitness

An international team is providing one of the first proofs of the complex learning behavior of…

Teaching CRISPR and antibiotic resistance to high school students

A team has developed BioBits, a suite of hands-on educational kits that enable students to perform…