We summarize the week's scientific breakthroughs every Thursday.
Hurricane forecasts have improved since Katrina, but risks from climate change and budget cuts loom.
The invasive spotted lanternfly has spread to 17 states and can threaten vineyards. But bats, fungi, dogs and even trees may help control them.
Dropping vaccination rates and changes in U.S. vaccine policy have public health experts concerned that annual measles outbreaks could become more frequent.
Variants of obesity-related genes influence how much weight patients lose on specific weight loss drugs like liraglutide, two studies report.
Experts explain the science behind Biden's advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, including how common it is and what treatments are available.
The Teal Wand, an at-home HPV testing device that could replace a Pap smear, could broaden access to cervical cancer screening.
News of NIH funding cuts have trickled out in recent months. A new study tallies what’s been terminated.
The Trump administration has reportedly disrupted over 100 clinical trials. Science News spoke to researchers about the impacts on four of them.
Researchers are still divided about whether Spinosaurus was a swimmer or a wader. What’s clear is that confirming the first swimming dinosaur would be a game-changer.
