Nature gave the world the dire wolf 2.6 million years ago, and then, through the hard hand of extinction, took it away—some 10,000 to 13,000 years ago when the last of the species died out. Now, the ...

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This is the first in a series of articles highlighting staff from the National Academies Division on Earth and Life Studies. Melvin: I am trained as an ecosystem ecologist and biogeochemist. That ...

The first suggestion of the Big Bang was in 1912. Astronomer Vesto Slipher “conducted a series of observations of spiral galaxies (which were believed to be nebulae) and measured their Doppler ...

How do skateboarders seemingly defy gravity? How do gymnasts flip in the air? They have skill — and, as a Times interactive explored, an understanding of the laws of motion, physics and energy. By ...

This year, the museum opened “Forensic Science on Trial,” a temporary exhibition that explores how people influence the way forensic science is used in the pursuit of justice. The exhibition’s curator ...

A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth passes directly between the Sun and Moon, casting a shadow that darkens and reddens the lunar surface. This celestial event, a result of precise orbital alignment, ...

To foster emotional responsiveness between partners, Johnson pioneered Emotionally Focused Therapy, in which couples learn to bond through having conversations that express needs and avoid criticism. ...

Classic Pixar films like "Finding Nemo" and "Inside Out" are known for stunning visuals and heartfelt stories. But the magic that makes them possible actually involves a lot of science. Why it matters ...

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