As we get older, hearing isn't just about volume. It's about understanding. Many people find it hard to follow conversations in noisy places or enjoy music as they age. This isn't always shown by standard hearing tests. It's like having a secret hearing problem that regular checks miss. Researchers
Two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, have left NASA after their last mission. This mission was special. They tested Boeing's new Starliner spaceship. It was supposed to be a short trip. But things did not go as planned. The Starliner had problems. So, Williams and Wilmore stayed on the
In a quiet Austrian farm, a cow named Veronika has been doing something extraordinary. She’s using tools to scratch herself. This isn’t just a random action. Veronika picks branches, holds them with her mouth, and scratches her skin. It’s a clever way to relieve irritation. This behavior is rare. Un
The brain is a complex organ, yet it's responsible for something even more intricate: consciousness. This awareness of ourselves and our surroundings is what allows us to experience pain, pleasure, and emotions. But how does the brain create this sense of self? Scientists have been studying this que
Jeffrey Epstein, a man known for his dark past, had a surprising interest in scientists. He spent years talking to them, donating money, and even getting involved in their work. But why did so many famous scholars associate with him? Epstein was a wealthy financier who liked to be around influentia
In Sweden, the Nobel Prize award ceremony is a big deal. It's not just about giving out awards. It's a whole week of events, from lectures to concerts, all celebrating science. The streets are lit up, and people gather to see the celebrities. It's like the Oscars, but for science. Swedes love it. Th
Proteins are like tiny machines in our bodies. They do lots of important jobs. But before they can work, they need to fold into the right shape. This is called the native structure. Scientists know a lot about these final shapes. But they don't know much about the shapes proteins take while folding.
Stem cells, specifically mesenchymal ones, are like tiny repair kits in the body. They have great potential for healing and regenerating tissues. But there's a big problem: these cells often don't survive well when they are transplanted into a patient. One reason for this is something called anoikis
In 1976, scientists were amazed by atoms that could become as large as bacteria. These weren't heavy atoms but light ones in a high-energy state. Normally, atoms are tiny, but when excited, they could grow to a size of 10^-5 centimeters. This was a big deal because it showed how much we still had to
Science news isn't all doom and gloom. Sure, there are serious issues like climate change and pandemics. But there's also a lot of wonder out there. The Science desk at The New York Times covers both. They report on big threats. But they also share small, surprising stories. One person leading this
