Science

“Thunderquakes” ho! Using intense sound waves generated by thunder, scientists created maps of the shallow geology beneath a large U.S.…

When insect pests get the munchies, some plants call in the microbes.  Gnawing fly larvae provoke cowpea plants to release…

Some men in the United States seeking relief for erectile dysfunction aren’t getting prescriptions for Viagra. Instead, they’re flocking to…

Citations K. Bjornevik et al. CD4+ T cells reactive to Epstein-Barr virus late lytic antigens are enriched in individuals with multiple sclerosis. Science Translational…

In 2025, the number of children receiving a drug promoted — but unproven — for autism treatment grew, especially toward…

There’s a new speed demon in the galaxy. Astronomers spotted a star that reaches top speeds of 25,000 kilometers per…

Becoming a king of lions is as dramatic in real life as it is in the movies. A new four-part…

The vast majority of existing vaccines need to be kept cold, a costly and logistical challenge that limits access to…

This nose grows. During harsh Japanese winters, long-clawed shrews’ snouts temporarily expand. The seasonal swelling is the opposite of the…

Note: Slight spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. A plot device in the new Spider-Man movie is real-world science. A…