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Science

Astronaut Mae Jemison on a mission to get more women in STEM

Astronaut Mae Jemison on a mission to get more women in STEM

Dr. Mae Jemison made history in 1992 when she became the first African-American woman to travel to space. Now she's working to get more women and girls into science, technology, engineering, and math.
by Julie Siple and Angela Davis

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Shutdown makes government websites more vulnerable to hackers, experts say

Shutdown makes government websites more vulnerable to hackers, experts say

The longer the federal shutdown lasts, the more likely security breaches of government websites become, cyber specialists say. And it could lead to security problems long after the government reopens.
by Laura Sydell

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The tale of the Spinosaurus

You know the T. rex. But do you know the Spinosaurus? Along with other scientists, Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim worked with new fossil discoveries and old drawings to bring the giant creature back to science.
by Angela Davis

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Moon magic: Museum celebrates lunar eclipse, all things astronomy this weekend

Moon magic: Museum celebrates lunar eclipse, all things astronomy this weekend

The University of Minnesota's Bell Museum is planning a year of activities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing -- and it kicks off this weekend with a treat for nighttime skywatchers.
by Andrew Krueger

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Scientists have 'hacked photosynthesis' in search of more productive crops

Scientists have 'hacked photosynthesis' in search of more productive crops

Scientists have re-engineered photosynthesis, the foundation of life on Earth, creating genetically modified plants that grow faster and bigger. They hope it leads to bigger harvests of food.
by Dan Charles

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