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Just after they broke the human spaceflight distance record, the Artemis 2 astronauts shared a powerful moment that deepened their already profound bond.
Artificial lights at night brightened up planet Earth by 16% from 2014 to 2022, a new study using satellite images has found.
Anything NASA can do, you can do too.
The Global Flourishing Study (GFS), the most comprehensive empirical investigation of human flourishing ever undertaken, has made its first two waves of data publicly available through the Center for Open Science at no cost and without preregistration. Researchers, journalists, policymakers…
A new study reveals that gut bacteria may play a key role in triggering ALS and frontotemporal dementia. Harmful sugars produced by these microbes can spark immune responses that damage the brain. This breakthrough explains why some genetically at-risk people…
Artemis 2’s Orion capsule will hit Earth’s atmosphere at nearly 24,000 mph on April 10. A heat shield and 11 parachutes will help it survive the fiery trip and splash down safely.
Not all parts of our genetic code are equal, even when they appear to say the same thing. Scientists have discovered that cells can detect less efficient genetic instructions and selectively silence them. A protein called DHX29 plays a key…
Your guide to May’s full Flower Moon, from peak times to skywatching highlights.
Weight loss drugs and bariatric surgery may work differently, but they lead to surprisingly similar results inside the body. Both significantly reduce fat while also causing a modest loss of muscle, reshaping overall body composition. Since muscle helps protect against…
