Articles about how science is changing the world and our future.
Recently, University of Oxford researchers released a study saying that the chances of the human species going extinct in a given year was as high as 1 in 14,000 from just natural causes. That might…
Tornadoes, also known as twisters, are a natural event that can cause catastrophic devastation. Although watching a tornado from a distance is a fascinating sight, being in the path of a tornado is something that…
Some of the most powerful volcanic activity occurred long before humans started populating the earth… which, given their catastrophic effects, is probably no bad thing. Some of the most powerful eruptions on record have not…
If you are wondering what the concept of de-extinction is and just how will scientists go about it, join the club. There has been a small discussion revolving around the idea that species once extinct…
Scientists are constantly looking towards the future to identify any potential problems we may face and to work towards finding a solution. They do this for many different aspects of life and for a range…
As the search for renewable sources of energy that are environmentally safe continues, the idea of nuclear power has re-emerged as a possibility to reduce carbon emissions and address the long term problems of climate…
Space travel can put a huge amount of pressure on the human body. There have been a lot of studies carried out by NASA and other agencies to find out just what effects this pressure…
The brain plays a vital role in almost all aspects of physiology. It controls balance, movement, thoughts, emotions, organ function, coordination, speech, hearing, nerves, and so much more. Therefore, the brain has been a focal…
Our understanding of the wider universe is far from being complete. For proof, look no further than the fact that new findings are made on a regular basis, with an excellent example being the recent…