Are We Finally Redrawing the Habitable Zone?
Wait, What?! Alien Planets Smell Like Rotten Eggs? Picture this: You’re floating in space, staring at a beautiful exoplanet orbiting a dim red star. It’s rocky, about the size of… Read More
Author: Jon Scaccia
The Fish That Forgot Where Home Was: How Snapper Are Exposing a Coastal Crisis
Imagine you wake up one morning, and your house is gone. Not just moved or remodeled—completely vanished. You wander your old neighborhood, but everything is unfamiliar. The streets are wider,… Read More
Crime, Partisanship, and Policing: What Really Happens When Cities Change Leadership?
Picture this: a fiery debate at a city council meeting. One side argues that electing a Republican mayor will drastically reduce crime with “tough on crime” policies, while the other… Read More
Mars Had Rippled Lakes: Ancient Wave Marks That Challenge Everything We Knew About the Red Planet
A Rippling Martian Lake Under a Warm, Breezy Sky It sounds like something out of science fiction, but NASA’s Curiosity rover just rewrote our understanding of Mars’ ancient climate. Buried… Read More
Next Week in Science, January 31, 2025
Most of the recent decisions from the federal administration have impacted our health-focused colleagues. We’ll be digging in to see what the implications are for more of our STEM-focused brethren… Read More
When the Earth Cracked: The Story of the 2023 Türkiye Earthquake
Consider this: the Earth rumbles beneath your feet, cracks appear in the ground, and seismic waves race through the crust at speeds faster than sound. Sounds like a scene from… Read More
Why Are Universities Failing Disabled Students? The Surprising Truth Behind Inclusion Gaps
Imagine applying to college without knowing if you can even access the campus. For many disabled students, that’s the reality. Despite flashy websites boasting diversity stats, a crucial question goes… Read More
Ship Evacuations Get a Smarter Makeover—Here’s How It Could Save Lives
Imagine this: you’re on a massive naval ship, and the alarms blare—time to evacuate. Your heart races as you navigate narrow passageways and climb ladders, following a maze of corridors…. Read More
Transform Your Classroom with This Week in Science: Your Gateway to Research and Learning
In today’s fast-paced world, keeping up with scientific research and breakthroughs is no easy feat. But for educators and students alike, staying informed isn’t just valuable—it’s essential. That’s where This… Read More
The Timescape Model: Could the Universe Be Playing by Different Rules?
Imagine this: You’re a scientist observing a supernova—a brilliant explosion that marks the death of a star. It’s like fireworks, but on a cosmic scale. Now, picture this light show… Read More