Rainbows may be a trick of the eye, but they’re also based in fascinating optical physics. Here's how they work and why we ...

For nearly a decade, the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) has been working to bring together resources through ...

A new AI machine learning technique helped historians analyze 76,000 pages from astronomy textbooks spanning nearly two centuries.

Fahrenthold and Theodore Schleifer Scientists in Japan constructed the first satellite made of wood by blending age-old woodworking techniques with rocket science. By John Yoon and Hisako Ueno ...

Astronomers are investigating the possibility of a hidden ninth planet beyond Neptune, which could explain unusual orbital patterns in the Kuiper Belt.

It is no wonder that curious minds have always sought to explain both the Sun’s origins and our relationship to it — whether through the narratives of myth or modern science. Today, we understand that ...

KU astronomy hosted a a stargazing and planetarium event on Nov. 7 at Slawson Hall for students, staff and faculty to spend a ...

Reviewed by Lexie CornerNov 5 2024 Argonne is among a group of institutions chosen by the Simons Foundation and the US ...

Hurricane Milton Delays Launch of Europa Clipper, and Science Nobel Awards Highlight AI A roundup of the science Nobels, the latest COVID updates and the Europa Clipper launch delay.

Midterms are a struggle for people of all academic pursuits and levels, but nothing compares to staring down one of your ...

Look up to the sky and see what you can find during the Cosmic Carnival. The family friendly event will feature a list of exhibitors that will educate attendees on all things stellar on Saturday, Nov.

The ghosts of stars are up to their usual mischief. By Dennis Overbye The Pentagon needs what the company offers to compete with China even as it frets over its potential for dominance and the ...