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The Malaria Vaccine Is a Big Deal, but Not a Silver Bullet
RTS,S proves that shots can work against parasites. But to eradicate this disease, scientists say we need more than just one tool.
Growing Crops Under Solar Panels? Now There’s a Bright...
In the new scientific (and literal) field of agrivoltaics, researchers are showing how panels can increase yields and reduce water...
NASA Is Preparing for the Ravages of Climate Change
The agency knows it needs to adapt to climate-driven events that will increasingly threaten coastal launch sites and other key space...
Another Global Pandemic Is Spreading—Among Pigs
African swine fever killed half the pigs in China. There is no vaccine and no treatment. Now it’s in the Caribbean and on the doorstep...
Deadly Heat Is Baking Cities. Here’s How to Cool Them Down
Urban areas can be 20 degrees hotter than the surrounding country. But green spaces and reflective pavement can make city life more...
A Huge Subterranean ‘Tree’ Is Moving Magma to Earth’s Surface
Deep in the mantle, a branching plume of intensely hot material appears to be the engine powering vast volcanic activity.
The (Very Slow) Race to Move Forests in Time to Save Them
Trees have always migrated to survive. But now they need help to avoid climate catastrophe.
Shots for Kids Get Closer, US Strategy Evolves, and More...
Catch up on the most important updates from this week.
You Can Measure This Fundamental Quantum Constant Using...
Planck’s constant helps us understand atomic-sized things. One of the best ways to grok it is through this experiment involving different...
What Can Convince People to Just Get Vaccinated Already?
Researchers are struggling to figure out why people don’t get their Covid shots, and what language might persuade them. Saying “You...