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Dec 31, 2017

Goopy GIF: You Can't Look Away from This Mesmerizing Experiment

As a series of goopy platforms climb down a bolt in a mesmerizing GIF posted on Reddit, it almost looks as if Mario should hop from one to another. But this isn't 1990's video-game graphics, it's real life. The GIF shows a demonstration of ferrofluid, a suspension of nanosize magnetic...

Sep 30, 2019

Is It Safe to Stand in Front of Microwave Ovens?

Microwave ovens have been a kitchen staple for decades, allowing you to cook everything from frozen vegetables to packaged meals in minutes. But while you zap your food, you may wonder how close you can safely stand next to a microwave, and whether any radiation could escape from the device...

Aug 31, 2019

There's a New Blackest Material Ever, and It's Eating a Diamond As We Speak

On the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, a team of artists and scientists have made a 16.78-carat diamond — valued at more than $2 million — disappear. Granted, denizens of the Stock Exchange are no strangers to making vast amounts of wealth vanish, but this time the scientists...

Jul 31, 2019

Why Does Metal Spark in the Microwave?

It's early morning and your bleary-eyed attention has turned to a helping of instant oatmeal. You put the bowl in the microwave, hit the start button and suddenly panic as a mini-fireworks performance goes off in your kitchen. The spoon — you forgot the spoon in the bowl! While movies...

Mar 31, 2019

Stratolaunch, the World's Biggest Aircraft, Makes Historic 1st Flight

An odd-looking, double-bodied airplane with a wingspan as long as a football field just took to the skies today (April 13) from the Mojave Air & Space Port in California. This was the first flight for Stratolaunch, which is billed as the world's largest aircraft. Designed by Stratolaunch Systems Corp....

Jan 31, 2019

China Tests World's 1st Robot Ship for Launching Small Rockets

China has built the world's first robotic, partially submersible boat for launching sounding rockets — a technology that will help meteorologists better understand the atmosphere over Earth's oceans. Although the tests were conducted in 2016 and 2017, a paper describing the results of the first tests with the system has...

Oct 31, 2020

The best gifts for science nerds and geeks

What's the perfect gift for your favorite science geek? Do they need a levitating moon lamp? A galaxy blanket? Maybe a bracelet of the periodic table? And don't forget that fashionable nerds can never have too many science themed socks or t-shirts. Disney+ would be a great gift for that...

Sep 30, 2020

Glowing brains, fish embryos and a snail tongue taste success in microscopy photo contest

A vibrant, blue-and-orange hued photo highlighting the tiny vessels in and around the brain of a young zebrafish won first place in the Nikon Small World photography contest, an annual competition showcasing photos of our world at the microscopic level, Nikon representatives announced today (Oct. 13). In this jaw-dropping image,...

Oct 31, 2021

Save $100 on advanced Dyson Cool air purifier this Cyber Monday

As the weather gets cold and more people are staying indoors, air purifiers can keep out dust and other allergens to keep you breathing easy. And like other Dyson products, the company’s air purifiers come with all the bells and whistles, plus a sleek design to complement any home. And...

Oct 31, 2021

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are nearly 30% off for Cyber Monday

Even though Cyber Monday has finished, earbud deals abound, and if you want one of the leaders in noise-cancelling headphones and high-quality speakers alike, look no further than Bose. Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds are 29% off at Amazon, for a Cyber Monday savings of $80. That's the lowest price...

Oct 31, 2021

Best Black Friday science kit deals

If your kids are naturally creative and inquisitive, these black friday science kit deals are too good to pass up. Including cooking kits, these deals also mean your child can spend days of fun completing experiments. Playing with science kits not only gives your child a break from staring at...

Sep 30, 2021

What causes dampness in a house?

Know how to spot the signs and find out exactly what causes dampness in a house with this article. Anyone that has been to a tropical or humid place will know that stickiness and condensation are associated with moisture-filled air. This can also happen in the home after too many...

Sep 30, 2021

Air purifier myths debunked: What you need to know

We’re getting to grips with air purifier myths and revealing the science behind how effective these appliances really are. Claiming to clean the air in our homes, air purifiers have long been popular among consumers seeking to reduce their exposure to airborne pollutants commonly found in domestic settings, such as...

Sep 30, 2021

What is relative humidity? And how does it impact you?

You may have heard of dehumidifiers, which are machines that help reduce the humidity in your home, but what is relative humidity? And why does it matter for you? There are some confusing terms that help explain the ins and outs of moisture in the air, and could help you...

Sep 30, 2021

Can basement mold make you sick?

Can basement mold make you sick? If you have damp or mold in your home, then you probably want to know if your indoor air quality has been compromised and whether it’s likely that you and your family will suffer respiratory problems in the future. Some people are more likely...