Technology
Covid-19 Is Sweeping Through the Navajo Nation
The pandemic has taken an acute toll on tribal nations that are also struggling with a lack of running water, sparse internet, and...
What’s Up With the Funny-Looking Moons in ‘Onward’?
Yes, I know this is a fantasy movie. That shouldn’t stop us from thinking about the real causes of lunar phases.
The Promise of Antibody Treatments for Covid-19
As scientists race to create a vaccine, a parallel quest to engineer effective antibody treatments for the coronavirus is vital, too—and...
Will Wildfire Smoke Worsen the Pandemic? We're About to...
When seasonal blazes descend on California, millions could be inhaling smoke, which is known to predispose people to lung diseases.
On the Moon, Astronaut Pee Will Be a Hot Commodity
Urine can be used for landing pads, gardens, and drinking water. But will there be enough to go around?
A ‘Hyperactive’ Hurricane Season Is About to Strike
Given the pandemic, how will emergency experts cope with evacuating people who might fear shared shelters, refuse to wear masks, and...
Polio Is Nearly Wiped Out. Covid-19 Could Halt That Progress
The disease once paralyzed 350,000 children each year; vaccination campaigns brought it down to just a few hundred cases. Then, the...
Why Creating a Covid-19 Vaccine Is Taking So Long
Developing a vaccine that’s both effective and safe is grueling, methodical work. And once we have one, we’ll need many, many doses...
This Lab ‘Cooks’ With AI to Make New Materials
A Toronto lab recycles carbon dioxide into more useful chemicals, using materials it discovered with artificial intelligence and supercomputers.
How Do Astronauts Escape When a Space Launch Goes Wrong?
SpaceX is preparing for the first crewed launch of its Crew Dragon capsule. Engineers have spent years planning for what happens if...
