Science

See a stunning supermoon take flight on Dec. 4.

Scientists have captured a never-before-seen, high-resolution look at influenza’s stealthy invasion of human cells, revealing that the cells aren’t just helpless victims. Using a groundbreaking imaging technique, researchers discovered that our cells actually reach out and “grab” the virus as…

FROSTI is a new adaptive optics system that precisely corrects distortions in LIGO’s mirrors caused by extreme laser power. By using custom thermal patterns, it preserves mirror shape without introducing noise, allowing detectors to operate at higher sensitivities. This leap…

The European Parliament recently backed changes to the rules around the labeling and marketing of plant-based meat alternatives. New definitions specify that words like “burger,” “sausage,” or “steak,” refer exclusively to animal protein. To get to the meat of the…

Starting school is a time of great anticipation and excitement for young children and families. The buildup can last for months as children go to orientation days, and families prepare with new uniforms, bags and lunch boxes. Significant adults in…

Employees leave employers when their work arrangements fail to match their preferences, according to new research that tracked 482 workers over two years across Australia and Europe.

How can people with diametrically opposed views suddenly stand shoulder to shoulder in protest? Researchers from Copenhagen, Oslo and Mainz have investigated this question. The starting point is the COVID protests, which were driven by three unifying strategies.

Young people of mixed heritage are being under-recognized in educational policy and practice, despite being among the fastest-growing groups in the UK.

2024 marked the 20th anniversary of the launch of the inspection program by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), the non-profit responsible for overseeing financial audits. It was also a banner year for PCAOB’s disciplinary activity, with 51 finalized…