The history of science is not limited to scientists in white coats working quietly with beakers and burners. Sometimes, in the name of knowledge, things can get downright weird. In his new book, ...

Science isn’t always serious. Sometimes researchers ask questions that seem silly at first, like why toast lands butter-side down or how ducks stay dry. But these quirky experiments often lead to ...

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 9-Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. Elasticity and viscosity are often associated with a soft material’s ability to store and ...

NEW YORK -- Final results from a long-running U.S.-based experiment announced Tuesday show a tiny particle continues to act strangely -- but that's still good news for the laws of physics as we know ...

The Gist: Mr. Mouse (Kitano) has a routine: He wanders into a quiet cafe. The waiter hands him an envelope. Inside is an assignment, with basic details and a photo. He executes the assignment, goes ...

The Ig Nobel Prizes are back and, as always, they prove that the intersection of humor and science can sometimes yield the most unexpected insights. Each year, the awards honor unusual research that ...

NEW YORK – Final results from a long-running U.S.-based experiment announced Tuesday show a tiny particle continues to act strangely -- but that's still good news for the laws of physics as we know ...