News

  1. Humans

    Intel International Science and Engineering Fair kicks off

    Young scientists descend on Reno in hopes of winning scholarships and other prizes.

    By Rachel Ehrenberg
  2. Space

    Final Hubble repair mission begins

    The final mission to repair and upgrade the Hubble Space Telescope lifted off May 11.

    By Ron Cowen
  3. Life

    Misread epigenetic signals play role in leukemia

    A genetic mistake causes misinterpretation of epigenetic marks, leading to cancer.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  4. Space

    Sun entering weakest cycle since 1928

    NOAA releases new predictions for solar cycle.

    By Solmaz Barazesh
  5. Animals

    Controversial polar bear rule stands

    Creature’s plight remains separate from decisions on greenhouse gas emissions.