🔬 Science

Pioneering Physicist Daniel Kleppner, GPS Innovator, Passes at 92
July 18 @ 6:20pm ET  
Daniel Kleppner, a pioneering physicist who advanced GPS through atomic clock technology, passed away at 92. His work also confirmed a rare state of matter theorized by Einstein, leaving a lasting legacy in science.
Alaskan Snow Science Breakthrough: Satellites and Local Insights Unite
July 15 @ 4:05pm ET  
Researchers are merging satellite data with Alaskan community insights to enhance snow science. This approach improves monitoring of snow water equivalent, crucial for water resources and disaster prevention.
Daniel Kleppner, Pioneer of Atomic Clock for GPS, Passes at 92
July 14 @ 8:15am ET  
Daniel Kleppner, a physicist who pioneered atomic clocks for GPS technology, passed away at 92 on June 16. His work also confirmed a rare state of matter predicted by Einstein, leaving a lasting legacy in science.
Trump's Science Budget Cuts Spark Alarm Among Researchers
July 10 @ 12:16pm ET  
President Trump's proposed science budget cuts could reduce research funding by one-third, per AAAS analysis. These cuts threaten breakthroughs and U.S. leadership in innovation.
AI's Impact on Science: ChatGPT's Role in Research Papers
July 2 @ 8:15pm ET  
Scientists have noted a rise in specific words in biomedical abstracts since ChatGPT's release, hinting at AI's role in research writing. This trend raises concerns about originality and ethics in scientific work.
Google DeepMind's AI Revolutionizes Hurricane Forecasting with NHC
June 12 @ 12:15pm ET  
Google DeepMind and the National Hurricane Center are testing a new AI model to enhance hurricane forecasting. This collaboration, alongside the WeatherLab platform, aims to improve predictions for the 2025 Atlantic season.
NASA Glenn Brings Space Science to Lake Erie Crushers Fans
June 12 @ 10:00am ET  
NASA Glenn Research Center inspired fans with science demos at a Lake Erie Crushers game on May 15. Interactive exhibits like virtual reality and wind tunnels showcased space exploration tech.
Genetic Genealogy Unmasks Mothers in Decades-Old Baby Abandonment Cases
June 3 @ 5:45pm ET  
Genetic genealogy is identifying mothers of abandoned deceased newborns, solving decades-old cases. This DNA technique brings justice but raises ethical questions about privacy.
Trump's Budget Cuts Drive Scientists to Seek Opportunities Abroad
June 3 @ 5:00pm ET  
Trump's budget cuts and immigration restrictions are pushing U.S. scientists to seek stability abroad. China and Europe offer better funding, risking a brain drain that could harm America's global scientific leadership.
Calgary Scientists Uncover Invisible 'Glow' in All Living Things
May 19 @ 8:06pm ET  
Researchers at the University of Calgary have discovered that all living things emit a faint, invisible light tied to metabolism. This 'glow', which fades upon death, could offer new insights into life and health.
Early Humans Crafted Bone Tools 1.5 Million Years Ago in Tanzania
May 9 @ 10:30am ET  
A discovery in Tanzania's Olduvai Gorge reveals early humans used animal bone tools 1.5 million years ago. The find of 27 carved bones from elephants and hippos pushes back bone tool use by a million years.