Neil deGrasse Tyson gets challenged by SmarterEveryDay, loses
No, a helicopter with a failing engine lands much more gracefully than Tyson may believe.
On May 1, 2016 by Samantha Grasso
Large Hadron Collider reportedly knocked out by damn pesky weasel
The world’s largest particle accelerator was defeated by small mammal.
On Apr 29, 2016 by Jay Hathaway
Study claims that dogs hate hugs—and these pups certainly agree
Sad but true.
On Apr 29, 2016 by Peter Bd
The science behind aphantasia
The fascinating condition we’re beginning to understand.
On Apr 25, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
GE’s new hot sauce is so hot it’s encased in jet engine material
Teaching thermal technology through tasty products.
On Apr 25, 2016 by Selena Larson
Help save the planet with these 5 apps
For the casual environmentalist.
On Apr 22, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
Researchers struggle with the ethical dilemma of using hacked data
Is it wrong to use stolen information if it serves the public good?
On Apr 21, 2016 by Dell Cameron
Despite overwhelming support, ‘Boaty McBoatface’ is dead
Why did they even bother to ask?
On Apr 19, 2016 by David Britton
What is Moore’s Law, and why is it about to die?
Intel’s new Kaby Lane sticks with familiar transistors.
On Apr 19, 2016
How the Internet is changing the English language
But do you even GAF, bro?
On Apr 17, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
Canadian Prime Minister politely explains quantum computing
Should we really be that excited?
On Apr 16, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
Researchers turned to crowdfunding to complete a LSD study
It’s hard to get government funding for psychedelic studies
On Apr 14, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
Stephen Hawking announces plan to send tiny space probes to nearby star
There’s no timeframe for when it will launch yet.
On Apr 12, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
The science behind BuzzFeed’s ‘Tasty’ videos
Here’s why these bite-sized videos are so damn addictive.
On Apr 11, 2016 by Cynthia McKelvey
Why we’re living in an era of neuroscience hype
From “brain training” apps to concussion-preventing chocolate milk, we’re surrounded by dubious, pseudoscientific claims. What’s behind all this neurobunk?
On Apr 10, 2016 by Neuroskeptic
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