This amoeba, a single-celled organism, acquires energy by engulfing nutrients in the form of a yeast cell (red). Through a process called phagocytosis, the amoeba encloses the yeast cell with its ...

Religious thinkers across the ages have written that merely showing that something is natural puts it within the influence of God, the creator of all nature. By definition science cannot address ...

Students can explore science concepts through an activity that encourages them to record their observations in thoughtful ...

The WIRED conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives—from culture to business, science to design. The breakthroughs and innovations that we uncover lead to new ...

Synthetic cells could mimic the first sparks that led to our existence. Several Dutch institutions are working together to ...

Nov. 6, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a new way to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. This marks an important step forward in creating testing devices that are ...

Since then, the role of photography in science has only grown. Why have scientists always regarded photography so highly? Careful observation of evidence is the heart of modern scientific method ...

With exhibits featuring everything from dinosaur bones to Egyptian mummies, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science inspires learning in the young and young at heart. This impressive facility houses ...

and on the influence of science and technology on both society and the environment. Courses will emphasize the hands-on nature of science. This requirement pushes students to explore questions about ...

WHY IS THIS AMOEBA DEADLY? What makes this amoeba particularly dangerous is its rapid and aggressive nature. Once it infects ...

Few questions have captivated humankind more than the origin of life on Earth. How did the first living cells come to exist? How did these early protocells develop the structural membranes necessary ...

The Smithsonian's goal for science resources in grades PK–12 is to provide a well-rounded, inquiry-based, and engaging educational experience that nurtures scientific literacy, critical thinking, and ...