To Get Ready For Mars, NASA Studies How The Body Changes In Space
It’s no longer just the realm of science fiction: It’s possible that in our lifetimes, astronauts will go to Mars. NASA is doing a lot of technological preparation for this, but the key to the success...
11 Jan 202417min
Science Journalism Is Shrinking–Along With Public Trust In Science
In 2023, a flood of science journalists lost their jobs. At the same time, public trust in science continues to decline.Last year was a tough one for science journalism. National Geographic laid off a...
10 Jan 202417min
(Part 2) Endangered Species Act At 50: Orchids And Red Wolves
Continuing our exploration of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) at its 50th anniversary, we'll look at how it has helped protect a group of at-risk plants: orchids. Eight species of orchid are recogniz...
9 Jan 202418min
(Part 1) Endangered Species Act at 50: Hawaiian Land Snails
On December 28, 2023, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) turned 50 years old. It was enacted in 1973 with almost unanimous support in Congress, with a goal to save plants and animals from extinction. It...
8 Jan 202417min
Solar Activity Flares Up In 2024 | Underground Hydrogen Reserves And Clean Energy
Look out for a total solar eclipse, more solar flares, and the Parker Solar Probe’s closest approach to the sun. Also, underground hydrogen stores have raised renewable energy hopes, but can the indus...
5 Jan 202425min
SciFri Reads ‘The Alchemy Of Us’
You may have an idea of how our inventions have changed human history and transformed our relationship with the world. But the reverse can also be true. Hear from materials scientist Ainissa Ramirez, ...
4 Jan 202436min
SciFri Reads ‘The Kaiju Preservation Society’
What does it take to write a believable kaiju—as well as a charming group of scientists and explorers—onto the page? The SciFri Book Club invited John Scalzi, award-winning author of our August 2023 p...
3 Jan 202446min
Star Trek’s Science Advisor Reveals The Real Astrophysics On Screen
Few pop culture properties have lasted quite as long as Star Trek. A dozen Star Trek television shows have aired over the last sixty years—not to mention countless movies, novels, and comic books. Sci...
2 Jan 202429min
