Astronomy magazine tends to focus on space observatories that peer beyond Earth, into the depths of space. But the vast majority of observational satellites around our blue world stare right back at ...

As this year’s Atlantic hurricane season officially begins, a newly launched mission is gearing up to more closely study these storms, and could eventually help forecasters offer more accurate ...

Editor's note: This story has been updated to clarify the type of trees affected by Phanerochaete velutina. A species of wood-eating fungus didn't need a brain to pass a cognitive test with flying ...

After decades of frustration, machine-learning tools are unlocking a treasure trove of acoustic data for ecologists. A small songbird soars above Ithaca, New York, on a September night. He is one of 4 ...

A new tagging method called tap-and-go allows researchers to gather more data on the health and behavior of whales, with less disruption. By Alexa Robles-Gil In the waters off Dominica in the ...

The field of science is littered with epic debates. But every so often, those dogmatic clashes yield fruitful new discoveries. Case in point: Some scientists believe they’ve discovered a new brain ...

In an era where digital devices are everywhere, the term “screen time” has become a buzzphrase in discussions about technology’s impact on people’s lives. Parents are concerned about their children’s ...

A New York Times health reporter explains what makes a good study, and how she knows which papers merit an article. Credit...Ricardo Tomás Supported by By Dani Blum New health research publishes every ...