Growing up, many people knew someone affected by polio. It was a harsh reality. Those who survived often needed machines to help them breathe. Some used iron lungs. Others relied on rocking beds. These were not choices. They were necessities. The polio vaccine changed everything. Suddenly, new cases
Five tiny diamondback terrapin turtles got a lucky break recently. They were found late in the year on Long Beach Island. Normally, these little guys should have already found a cozy spot to hibernate for the winter. But thanks to Project Terrapin, they now have a temporary home at the Liberty Scien
NASA's Mars orbiter, MAVEN, has suddenly stopped working and is spinning uncontrollably. This strange event happened after the spacecraft passed behind Mars. Before this, MAVEN had been studying a mysterious object from another star system called 3I/ATLAS. MAVEN had taken pictures of 3I/ATLAS in Oc
In the world of wastewater treatment, a new method is making waves. Researchers have found a way to use long-wave ultraviolet (UVA) light and nitrite (NO2-) to break down antibiotics in aquaculture wastewater. This approach is part of a bigger idea: using waste to treat waste. The study focused on
In a major shake-up, the Oscars are making a big move. Starting in 2029, the famous awards show will leave ABC and head to YouTube. This shift shows how streaming is taking over from traditional TV. Taxes are changing too. President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill, " passed in July, has new rules a
Forensic science is getting a green makeover. Scientists have found a clever way to use waste chicken eggshells to develop fingerprints on tricky surfaces, even when they've been underwater. This new method is not only eco-friendly but also effective. Eggshells are mostly made of calcium carbonate,
The Arctic is changing fast. It's not just about polar bears and icebergs anymore. The Arctic is like the Earth's air conditioner. When it warms up, the whole planet feels it. Scientists have been keeping an eye on the Arctic for 20 years. They've noticed some big changes. The last decade was the h
Sepsis is a serious condition that affects many people every year. When someone survives sepsis, their journey to recovery is not straightforward. Moving from hospital care to home care can be tough. This is where the I-TRANSFER project comes in. It aims to make this transition smoother for sepsis s
Long Beach City College (LBCC) has just been given the green light to offer its first-ever bachelor's degree. This isn't just any degree, though. It's a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science, making LBCC the first community college in the entire United States to offer this kind of pro
In a move to boost literacy, a Staten Island elementary school is embracing a new approach to teaching reading. The school is part of a broader New York City initiative that focuses on the "science of reading. " This method uses a free course to train teachers in evidence-based techniques. The prog
