Researchers studied fossils, well-preserved remains and even a single fingerprint to solve some of history’s long-standing mysteries this year.

All year long, these moments captivated the public, demonstrated dangerous trends, and pushed research and innovation forward ...

The Trump administration upended federal funding for all kinds of scientific pursuits, slashing budgets across agencies like NASA, NIH and NOAA. NPR's Rob Stein and Katia Riddle spoke to scientists ...

Trump administration officials say changes to federal agencies engaged in science were made in the interests of better science that benefits more Americans. Many scientists we spoke with disagree.

As global lifespan extends, a shift in perspective is emerging at the intersection of biology, technology and self-care. A ...

The US administration is banking on public-private partnerships and an expanded workforce to deliver progress, but critics ...

Scientists are constantly pushing the boundaries of knowledge and possibility. Over the last year, research teams around the world have broken ground, experimented, invented, and pushed us a little ...

The science is in: Being generous is good for all of us. Give by December 31, and our founding donors will match your gift, ...

Science literature provides a profound window into the hidden mechanics of our planet and the vast reaches of space. This collection highlights ten mind-blowing books that explore themes ranging from ...