Thousands of US Department of Agriculture employees, including food inspectors and disease-sniffing dog trainers, remain out of work, leaving food to rot in ports and pests to proliferate.Read More
A young computer scientist and two colleagues show that searches within data structures called hash tables can be much faster than previously deemed possible.Read More
A number of fires broke out in the Southeastern US last week. Hurricane-downed trees may have helped fuel the flames, experts say.Read More
An explosive crash between an oil tanker and a cargo ship in the North Sea could have huge consequences for ecologically and commercially crucial marine areas.Read More
3 Min Read Career Spotlight: Engineer (Ages 14-18) What does an engineer do? An engineer applies scientific principles to design, build, and test machines, systems, or structures to meet specific needs. They follow the steps of the engineering design process to ensure their designs work as planned while meeting a variety of requirements, including size, [...]
2 min read Preparations for Next Moonwalk Simulations Underway (and Underwater) The Rocket City Regional – Alabama’s annual For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Robotics Regional Competition – is scheduled for Friday, March 14, through Saturday, March 15, at the Von Braun Center South Hall in Huntsville, Alabama. FIRST Robotics is a [...]
Pi is an irrational number, and like some irrational people it just goes on and on. What is it with this crazy, crucial number?Read More
The mRNA technology behind coronavirus vaccines is now being used to create bespoke vaccines for cancer patients.Read More
With his magnificent underwater images, Gerardo del Villar wants to rehabilitate the reputation of the ocean's great predators, inspire conservation, and encourage responsible ecotourism.Read More
Measles is known for its characteristic rash, but it can have serious respiratory and neurologic complications.Read More
