For more than a century, scientists have wondered why physical structures like blood vessels, neurons, tree branches, and ...

Scientists have identified a previously unknown natural compound produced by heat-loving cyanobacteria that helps protect against ultraviolet radiation.

These mountains feed rivers that supply drinking water to hundreds of thousands of people along the Front Range. After the ...

A Florida naturalist encourages others to make a resolution this year to donate their time to observing and reporting on our ...

Researchers have identified over 70 new species, from ancient dinosaurs to living mammals and insects preserved in amber ...

When Hurricane Sandy fell on New York in 2012, up to 14 feet of water surged up the coast and into the Hudson River, driven by 80 mile per hour winds. It filled subways and submerged cars. Many people ...

Scientists in California claim to have discovered a new jaw-dropping color no human has ever seen before. The catch? You have to zap your eyes with laser pulses to see it. Five scientists at the ...

Welcome to Science Social, The Scientist's new monthly newsletter dedicated to the life sciences community, featuring stories that go beyond the bench. Each month, we’ll cover the social aspects of ...

Some of the most beautiful sights in nature are also mysterious. These include sand dunes that seem to sing and a dazzlingly pink lake in Australia. While researchers have theories for many of them, ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A scientist with more than two decades of experience in museum administration will take over leadership of Bishop Museum later this year. The museum’s board announced ...