A common element in “Star Trek” and other science fiction is their depiction of humanoid alien species. If life exists ...

Compact Science dives into the science of maple syrup: biology, physics, and chemistry revealed! Join us on Compact Science as we explore the sweet science of maple syrup! Learn about the biology of ...

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Michael Pollan's widely anticipated new book, A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness, brings his signature acumen and wit to one of science's essential mysteries. Along the way, he pursues ...