The space industry is set to shine under the spotlight with the first-ever Global Space Awards happening in London. This event, hosted by the famous physicist Brian Greene, will take place on December 5, 2025, at the Natural History Museum. It's a big deal because it's the first time there's a global event to celebrate the amazing things happening in space. There ar...
Science is often seen as complex and hard to grasp. To make it more appealing, many turn to short, engaging videos. But there's a catch. Making science too simple might lead to the "easiness effect. " This is when people think they understand more than they actually do. This bias has been studied before, mainly with written summaries. But what about video abstracts? ...
In Seattle, a special event brought together two well-known figures: William Shatner, the actor famous for playing Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well-known astrophysicist. They shared a stage to discuss the universe, their lives, and more. The event, called "The Universe Is Absurd, " was a hit with the nearly 3, 000 people who attended. Shatn...
Picture this: federal health agencies, usually buzzing with updates, are suddenly quiet. No, this isn’t a power outage. It’s a communications blackout. These agencies, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), are supposed to keep Americans informed about health issues. They are in charge of ...
Science is losing people's trust, and it's a big problem. A doctor once saw a kid have a seizure right after getting a vaccine. The mom was scared, even though the vaccine wasn't the cause. This shows how trust is key when it comes to things like vaccines. Recently, someone who thinks vaccines are bad might become a big health boss. This worries scientists. They're a...
Imagine a world where the excitement of space exploration and the thrill of gaming come together in a unique fusion. Sounds like a dream come true? Well, it's real, and it's happening on Twitch, the popular live-streaming platform. The platform is home to various content creators who share their passion for space exploration, astronomy, and science, and Moohoodles i...