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LabX @labx.org · 25/09/2026
A wrinkle, a hidden demographic shift, and an evolutionary speed limit walk into this week’s Friday Findings. The result: three studies that reward a closer look at how things move, how statistics behave, and how species respond to change. Which slide are you sending to the group chat?
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LabX @labx.org · 24/09/2026
Cocktail or chemistry experiment? Why not both. 🍹🧪 Our chemists are breaking down the science behind color-changing cocktails in a new Chemists in the Kitchen episode. Watch: ow.ly/acaT50ZR86n
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LabX @labx.org · 23/09/2026
Pokérus is one of Pokémon’s strangest mechanics — and a surprisingly good place to start asking questions about how diseases spread. We teamed up with adef to investigate. 🦠🎮 Watch: ow.ly/bJFb50ZQL2i
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LabX @labx.org · 18/09/2026
Science got delightfully specific this week. 🔬 Swipe through for three new findings from PNAS and PNAS Nexus. Which one are you bringing up at dinner? #FridayFindings #ScienceNews #PNAS #PNASNexus #ScienceCommunication #Research #MessengerRNA #TasteScience
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LabX @labx.org · 11/09/2026
This week’s Friday Findings has an excellent range: 🍬 WWII sugar rationing and long-term health 🦠 Bacteria creating a weak spot while building their own tails 🚽 Scientists using physics to fight urinal splashback Three strange little corners of science. Sign up: ow.ly/8rXn50ZLJqb
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LabX @labx.org · 09/09/2026
Big Bloomfall news 🌱🎲 Scryptid Games will publish our storybook TTRPG! Its twist? Between sessions, Solo Excursions turn observations from real-world nature into part of the game. More via Rascal News: ow.ly/OMG650ZLEVq
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Scryptid Games to Publish Bloomfall: A Storybook Roleplaying Game
A school days portal fantasy TTRPG designed in partnership with LabX, a program of the National Academy of Sciences
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LabX @labx.org · 03/09/2026
Pokérus is one of Pokémon’s strangest mechanics — and a surprisingly good place to start asking questions about how diseases spread. Our first LabX × adef investigation follows that question wherever it leads. 🦠🎮 Watch: ow.ly/3tLJ50ZISKa
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LabX @labx.org · 25/08/2026
Why does the Tree of Life work so well on TikTok? Our latest Substack looks at how LabX worked with NAS member Doug Soltis to turn unexpected evolutionary connections into a short-form series designed around curiosity, not lectures. Read it here: ow.ly/Pwei50ZFmQB
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The Tree of Life Was Made for TikTok
How we turned one of biology’s biggest ideas into 60-second stories about the surprising connections hiding across life on Earth.
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LabX @labx.org · 17/08/2026
We stopped promoting our science videos as the 15-second YouTube ads everyone skips. Now, one of our videos crossed 1 million views for the first time. We wrote about what changed—and why reach alone doesn’t tell you whether someone cared. ow.ly/g8wX50ZAawv
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LabX @labx.org · 14/08/2026
🍯 1 MILLION VIEWS! Our honeycomb toffee episode of Chemists in the Kitchen just crossed 1M views on YouTube. 🧪 That’s a million views of sugar chemistry, crystallization, bubbles, candy—and chemists experimenting in the kitchen. Thanks for watching and sharing! 🎉 ow.ly/OjZ150Zyj4T
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LabX @labx.org · 12/08/2026
Purple cabbage magic! Watch it transform, just like butterfly pea flower. Both have unique plant powers! See the full episode on YouTube. #PlantScience #NaturalDyes #ScienceExperiments #DidYouKnow #ColorChange #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 12/08/2026
Science communication doesn’t always need to start with an explanation. Sometimes it can start with a joke. Our latest Substack looks at Wrong Answers Only, our experiment in bringing scientists and comedians together onstage. ow.ly/fqbS50Zyc9o
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LabX @labx.org · 07/08/2026
Science communication doesn’t exist in a vacuum. That’s why LabX went to VidCon—to learn from creators, storytellers, and digital media professionals about how people discover, share, and engage with ideas onlin Read more here: ow.ly/rbyB50Zx0i1
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Why We Went to VidCon
When most people think about science communication, they probably picture a museum, a university lecture hall, or a classroom.
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LabX @labx.org · 05/08/2026
We’ve spent years experimenting with new ways to connect people with science. Now we’re sharing what we’ve learned. Our new LabX Substack is for anyone interested in science communication, public engagement, and the stories behind our projects. ow.ly/HhQs50Zwkax
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LabX @labx.org · 04/08/2026
We just launched a LabX Substack! It’s a place to share the stories behind our science communication experiments—from comedy shows to gaming marathons to short-form video—and what we’ve learned about reaching audiences who weren’t looking for science. Subscribe here: ow.ly/FBWq50Zwc6X
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LabX | Nawar | Substack
LabX is the National Academy of Sciences' public engagement testbed, boldly experimenting with creative and unorthodox approaches—like STEM games, short videos, and surprising science stories—to connect diverse audiences with cutting-edge science. Click to read LabX, by Nawar, a Substack publication. Launched 5 months ago.
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LabX @labx.org · 14/07/2026
A new chapter for the National Academy of Sciences. New NAS President Neil Shubin shares his vision for the future and reflects on the people and purpose that drive the Academy’s work. Watch here: ow.ly/LZ2450Znk0p
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Meet Neil H. Shubin, the New President of the National Academy of Sciences
Neil Shubin, renowned evolutionary biologist, science communicator,...
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LabX @labx.org · 08/07/2026
This isn't just sweet! Discover the surprising salty-toffee crunch that collapses into a chewy sugar nugget, then gets a chocolatey seal. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for more culinary experiments! #FoodScience #TasteTest #DessertHacks #SweetTreats #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 04/07/2026
Discover the sun and moon's cosmic dance and how their gravity shapes our tides. Explore personal connections to these celestial wonders! Full episode on YouTube. #SpaceFacts #Astronomy #ScienceExplained #Tides #CelestialMechanics #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 02/07/2026
Mind-blowing! Scientists use laser experiments and a pond analogy to detect space-time ripples. Discover how this could lead to finding aliens, wormholes, and time travel. Watch the full episode on YouTube! #ScienceExplained #SpaceTime #AlienSearch #Wormholes #TimeTravel #Physics
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LabX @labx.org · 01/07/2026
Exploring the vast unknowns of the universe! From quantum quirks to future tech like teleportation, our understanding is just the beginning. Full episode on YouTube! #Science #FutureTech #QuantumPhysics #Philosophy #YouTube #DeepDive
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LabX @labx.org · 29/06/2026
Ever wonder about 'where' near a black hole? Our understanding of reality is tested as we explore black hole sizes and imagine Earth becoming one! For the full mind-bending episode, head to our YouTube channel! #BlackHoles #Astrophysics #ScienceExplained #SpaceFacts #YouTubeEpisode #LearnOnTikTok
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LabX @labx.org · 28/06/2026
Unleashing the mind-bending suction power of black holes! 🤔 We explore their true nature, brainstorm epic new names, and dive into mind-blowing theories about aliens and time travel. Full episode drops on YouTube! #BlackHoles #SpaceFacts #SciFi #AlienTheories #YouTube #Cosmos
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LabX @labx.org · 26/06/2026
Dive into the mind-bending connection between math and science! We explore cosmic analogies from black holes to music, revealing the eerie symphony of colliding black holes that sound like screams. Full episode on YouTube! #ScienceExplained #MathIsMagic #BlackHole #CosmicSounds #SpaceFacts #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 25/06/2026
Worried about aliens? 👽 This clip dives into potential hiding spots like Jupiter and a wild gravity detection machine idea. Plus, an art experiment simulating wormholes! 🌌 See the full breakdown on YouTube! #SciFi #Space #ArtScience #DeepDive #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 23/06/2026
Black holes aren't silent! Their collisions create cosmic 'whispers' from spacetime ripples. Spinning or not, they sing a unique tune. #BlackHoles #Space #Astrophysics #ScienceFacts #CosmicSounds #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 05/06/2026
Making delicious jam involves a rolling boil to preserve the fruit. This process ensures your jam stays tasty for a long time! Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel to see the jam making in action. #JamMaking #Preserves #BakingTips #FoodPreservation #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 01/06/2026
Struggling with jam that won't set? It's all about the sugar, acid, and pectin balance! We're explaining how pectin works and how adding acid or even calcium can make all the difference. #JamMaking #Preserving #HomeCooking #FoodScience #YouTubeTutorial
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LabX @labx.org · 31/05/2026
Jam making 101: Know when it's ready! If bubbles persist after stirring, it's almost there. For a final check, drop a bit on a frozen plate – it shouldn't run! #JamMaking #Preserves #HomeCooking #YouTube #FoodTips
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LabX @labx.org · 30/05/2026
Making blueberry jam from scratch! We're smashing blueberries and letting the heat release all their goodness. This recipe is from the National Center for Home Preservation. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel! #BlueberryJam #Homemade #Preserves #Cooking #Foodie #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 19/05/2026
Destroy Boys x LabX Out Loud is officially live. This collaboration blends a full live performance with conversations about black holes, cosmic “reverb,” and the strange physics hidden inside sound itself. Watch the full session here: ow.ly/vz3S50Z1QgI
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LabX @labx.org · 08/05/2026
New Friday Findings: A PNAS study suggests the Nile’s slow shift helped support an ancient empire. Another uses Moon dust to challenge how Earth got its water. And researchers found parasites may be mixing their genes far more than expected. Rivers, the Moon, and microscopic chaos.
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LabX @labx.org · 04/05/2026
We put science in the room with destroy boys… and didn’t tell you what would happen. Find out tomorrow on YouTube.
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LabX @labx.org · 03/05/2026
Boba fails with cold water: It's like glue, but not in a good way. Physics lesson: heat activates molecules! Watch the full episode on YouTube. #Boba #ScienceExperiment #Fail #KitchenHacks #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 02/05/2026
Science experiment in the kitchen! Making perfect boba pearls by adjusting water temp. Watch the full episode on YouTube! #BobaTea #Chemistry #FoodScience #DIY #Recipe #KitchenHacks
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LabX @labx.org · 01/05/2026
A 100-year-old rubber mystery solved in PNAS, apes navigating conflict and cooperation, and orangutans crossing a bridge in the treetops. This week’s Friday Findings is all about connection—scientific, social, and surprisingly literal.
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LabX @labx.org · 24/04/2026
This week’s Friday Findings is all about how we shape the spaces around us: 🌌 The largest 3D map of the universe ever made 💡 Why turning off lights can save migrating birds 🌿 A huge նախագ to restore water flow in the Everglades From cosmic to local—it all adds up.
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LabX @labx.org · 17/04/2026
Astronauts watching meteorites hit the moon. A 300M-year-old “octopus” that isn’t an octopus. Penguins officially endangered (with research including PNAS). Science is having a week. #FridayFindings
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LabX @labx.org · 10/04/2026
This week’s Friday Findings is a mix of awe and mild fear: 🌕 NASA’s Artemis II gave us a stunning Earthset 🌊 A PNAS study reveals a chaotic origin for Antarctica’s mega-current 🐜 And the science world is still arguing over the most painful sting on Earth
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LabX @labx.org · 01/04/2026
We’ve been nominated for a Webby 🎉 Our AGDQ 2026 Science Block is in the running—and the People’s Voice Award is decided by public vote. If you’ve ever wanted to support science showing up in new spaces, this is it: 🗳️ ow.ly/xU8e50YBL4T Let’s make some noise for science
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LabX @labx.org · 27/03/2026
Bees that read the room. Sci-fi that shows its work. And a glass of wine with a 2,000-year résumé. 🍷🐝🚀 This week’s Friday Findings is a little chaotic in the best way #FridayFindings #ScienceIsCool #HoneyBees #SciFiScience #WineHistory #STEM #LabX #PNAS #ScienceNews
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LabX @labx.org · 09/03/2026
🏆 Science communication awards now open! Apply by April 3, 2026 for our #scicomm awards, which honor science communicators, journalists, and researchers who communicated issues or advances in science, engineering, and medicine in 2025. Apply now: ow.ly/haPb50YpRh5
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National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications
The National Academies are accepting submissions to an annual award program that aims to recognize and develop excellence in science communication by research scientists, science journalists, and science communicators.
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LabX @labx.org · 07/03/2026
Why does one steak melt in your mouth… and another chew like rubber? It’s all chemistry. 🔬🥩
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LabX @labx.org · 07/03/2026
Air pollution degrading ant “ID badges.” Bacteria surviving asteroid-level pressure. Pokémon inspiring taxonomy and fossil research. That’s this week’s Friday Findings — featuring research from PNAS and PNAS Nexus. Get the full dose here: ow.ly/BSsm50YpFFa
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LabX @labx.org · 01/03/2026
Crispy Pork Belly perfection + Pork Adobo memories. Cooking by taste is key! For the full recipe and more stories, check out our YouTube channel! #PorkBelly #PorkAdobo #FilipinoFood #Cooking #Foodie #YouTube
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LabX @labx.org · 28/02/2026
Collagen to perfection! Watch this slow-cooked steak transform, starting with the science and ending with a feast. You won't believe the final plating. #SteakLover #FoodScience #SlowCooker #CulinaryArt #Foodie
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LabX @labx.org · 28/02/2026
Protect your peace. Watch a bird. Respect the math. #FridayFindings #LabXNAS #ScienceIsCool #FunkyScience #QuantumMechanics #BrainHealth #HealthyHabits
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LabX @labx.org · 26/02/2026
Fungus is secretly a master chef for chicken. It breaks down sugars & proteins, making your meal extra tender. Nature's tenderizer! #FoodScience #CookingHacks #DidYouKnow #ChefLife #Edutok
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LabX @labx.org · 25/02/2026
The science behind perfectly seasoned chicken, revealed! Which will the guests prefer? #FoodScience #CookingHacks #TasteTest #OutdoorDining #FoodExperiment
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LabX @labx.org · 24/02/2026
Chicken magic unlocked! ✨ Maillard reaction = flavor + color. Koji enzymes vs. acids? Texture & juiciness WINNER revealed! #FoodScience #CookingHacks #MaillardReaction #Koji #Foodie
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LabX @labx.org · 23/02/2026
Outdoor dining perfection! Slow cooking unlocks unbelievable flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Pure bliss. #SlowCooking #OutdoorDining #Foodie #HomeCooking #Delicious
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