Does process matter? We are about to find out.

Podcast Episode · Ecosystemic Futures · 04/23/2025 · 1h 1m

Studies show the therapy is safe, but bigger trials are needed to prove its efficacy.

Some studies have received hundreds of thousands of citations, Nature’s updated analysis shows.

Scientists working on artificial intelligence are more confident than the public that the technology will benefit people.

MIT scientists find the protein IL-17 that fights infection also acts on the brain, inducing anxiety or sociability. This adds to evidence that immune molecules can influence behavior during illness.

Without clear protocols to catch errors, artificial intelligence’s growing role in science could do more harm than good.

NASA innovates and tests new technology on satellites and planes, helping commercial and academic partners develop better ways to observe Earth from space.

Chun Wang, a Chinese-born crypto entrepreneur, paid an undisclosed amount for the mission. Some satellites are already in polar orbit, and researchers called it a routine flight.

A new set of artificial intelligence models could make protein sequencing even more powerful for better understanding cell biology and diseases.

Artificial intelligence software is increasingly involved in reviewing papers, provoking interest and unease.

Open innovation networks are reshaping how businesses and organizations approach creativity and problem-solving. As we look toward 2025, these networks are becoming essential for staying competitive i...

As the moon moved through the shadow of the Earth, it was also being illuminated by light from the sun — causing the moon to appear as if dipped in a deep red hue in a stunning celestial sight.

Despite the buzz surrounding smart cities in urban-policy circles, studies are lacking on the evidence for what works, what doesn’t — and who benefits.

NASA’s Biological and Physical Sciences (BPS) Division conducts fundamental research in space on soft matter materials to advance the future of space exploration missions.

Bridging the AI knowledge gap isn't just a matter of technical curiosity—it's quickly becoming the dividing line between organizations that thrive and those that struggle to remain relevant.

Carrying a suite of NASA science and technology, Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 successfully landed at 3:34 a.m. EST on Sunday near a volcanic

Robert A. Brown has developed a framework that incorporates the various goals, student populations, financial models, and other factors that influence research institutions. This framework yields new ...

Cellino Launches U.S.’s First Nebula-Powered iPSC Foundry for Scalable Autologous Biomanufacturing

Researchers can recognize a reliable source of information, making them ideal contributors to the free global online encyclopaedia.

WMO Members observed the day with activities and social media posts highlighting that big advances have been made, with women now occupying many leadership positions and driving innovation. “As the fi...

A young computer scientist and two colleagues show that searches within data structures called hash tables can be much faster than previously deemed possible.

Despite strong interest in using artificial intelligence to make research faster, easier and more accessible, researchers say they need more support to navigate its possibilities.

The medication initially known as VX-548 blocks sodium channels in nerves, blocking pain signals before they reach the brain

NASA's commitment to open science encourages transparency and collaboration to drive scientific innovation and maximize research impact.

Everything you need to know about DeepSeek, the Chinese AI chatbot app shaking up Silicon Valley.

Scientists have found an elusive third form of magnetism that could help solve a longstanding puzzle about superconductors.

Science fiction is a powerful tool for inclusive, engaging science and tech policy conversations. How can we make better use of it?

AI is merely one facet of a sweeping technological change underway, and companies that fail to recognize the importance of other converging technologies risk being left behind. Two other technologies ...

From indestructible tardigrades to body-merging comb jellies, animals can teach humans so much about medicine, robotics, aging and survival

This month will see the inauguration of a period of uncertainty for the United States, not least in science and technology policy. As chair of the National Science Board (NSB), Dario Gil will be helpi...

Large language models may unlock a new and valuable type of research.

Making steel produces a lot of greenhouse-gas emissions. Now, construction is underway in Sweden on an industrial-scale plant that will emit almost zero carbon dioxide.

The private sector can play a key role in disaster resilience through AI-powered warning systems, blockchain cash transfers and emergency response platforms

The federal government should expand the FDA’s priority review voucher program and provide market exclusivity advantages to encourage the development of medications for addiction.

Three researchers talk about life in companies and the key to unlocking opportunities.

A breathtaking total eclipse, courageous penguins, volcanic smoke rings and more.

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From a deep dive on a fatal space shuttle disaster to a study of a dozen iconic trees, these are our favorite titles this year

A great scientist doesn’t necessarily make an effective science adviser — but schooling and practice can help to bridge the gap.

From oceans found on distant planets to a detailed map of a fly’s brain, these findings deepened our understanding of the world.

Don’t trust the results of a new scientific study? There’s new evidence that a little humility from the scientist can go a long way.  A...