One of the strangest facts in computer science is that it's really hard to generate true random numbers. For a computer, ...

These fascinating science facts prove that reality is often stranger—and a lot more interesting—than fiction These ...

Astrophysicist and artist Ed Belbruno explains how art helps scientists communicate their work to the public and even ...

In a groundbreaking study on the synthesis of cellulose -- a major constituent of all plant cell walls -- a team has captured images of the microscopic process of cell-wall building continuously over ...

A polar bear lounges in a field of pink flowers. An arctic fox skips gingerly as the thaw of spring moves in. And a baby chimpanzee sips a bottle. The 2024 Nature Photography Contest showcases the ...

Laxmipathy’s stunning image (seen above) took Special Mention honors in the Animal Behavior category of this year’s Nature inFocus Photography Awards. The competition drew a record-breaking ...

One trend that has gained popularity over the last several years is personality quizzes based on so-called ambiguous images—in which ... But is there any actual science to back up the current ...

Science must shed its elitist image if it is to survive the “polarising debates” stoking turmoil in US institutions, the outgoing head of the main UK research funding body has warned.

Finalists Announced for the 2025 UK Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists Three will be named Laureates and receive a £100,000 prize at a 4 March Gala in London ...

Lately, we are hearing a lot about the rise of the robots, in the form of Artificial Intelligence (AI). I have gotten pretty good at spotting AI text. It is usually perfect in spelling, syntax and ...

Cinematography is not just about capturing images; it is an intricate science that blends art, psychology, and technology to tell compelling stories. Through composition, lighting, movement, and color ...

This year, Perry won for best featured background actor for his work in the sitcom “Night Court.” Though he didn’t utter a word, the chance to stand toe-to-toe with public defender Dan ...