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As Myth Marries Science, the Origin Story Matters (Op-Ed)Opinion In modern times, scientific understanding replaces myths as the origin story for humanity.
By Roger Briggs Last updated
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Nearly 50% in US Believe in Medical Conspiracy TheoriesAbout half of Americans agree with at least one medical conspiracy theory, a new study suggests.
By Rachael Rettner Last updated
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Science and the scientific method: Definitions and examplesScience is a systematic and logical approach to discovering how things in the universe work.
By Alina Bradford Published
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The best science kit gifts for kidsBuying guide Little scientists will have a bundle of fun with science kits; they will try their hand at making a potato clock, learning to levitate a pencil, creating a test-tube sunset and more.
By Kasandra Brabaw Published
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What Are the Alternatives to Animal Testing?We're making great strides in developing alternatives, but here's why it's still necessary to test on animals.
By Emma Bryce Published
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Reflections from Donna Strickland, 3rd Woman Ever to Win Nobel in PhysicsOpinion The winner of the 2018 Nobel Prize in physics says scientists shouldn't feel pressured to do research that has economic or commercial ramifications. Science for the sake of science is more important.
By Donna Strickland Published
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10 Amazing Things We Learned About Humans in 2018The human body is amazingly complex, which is why, even in this day and age, we continue to learn new things about ourselves.
By Rachael Rettner Published
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Study 'Proves' Parachutes Don't Save People Who Fall Out of AirplanesYou might think that it's safer to jump out of an airplane with a parachute than without one. But, according to science, you'd be wrong.
By Rafi Letzter Published
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10 of the Strangest Medical Studies (in Recent History, That Is)Check out some of the strangest medical studies carried out in recent years.
By Cari Nierenberg Published
