Science Friday

Neuroscientists are manipulating memories in mice in an effort to develop treatments for brain disorders.

In "How to Change a Memory," neuroscientist Steve Ramirez embarks on a project to find and reactivate memories in the brains of mice.

Picking through a dozen vulture nests, scientists discovered hundreds of artifacts, including a sandal that could be more than 700 years old.

Phish bassist Mike Gordon is teaming up with neuroscientists to try to understand the transcendent experience of musical flow state.

Neuroscientist Ardem Patapoutian immigrated to the US, found belonging in science, and did groundbreaking work on sense of touch.

New research found that mRNA vaccines for COVID-19 could enhance cancer treatments and help patients live longer.

After pulling his nomination in June, President Trump announced this week that he will renominate billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA.

The 17th century Evelyn Tables show real human nerves and veins, dried on wooden boards. Designers on the new Netflix film took note.

Voluntarios están monitoreando manantiales naturales en Arizona para analizar el costo ecológico de la construcción del muro fronterizo.

Volunteers are monitoring natural springs in an Arizona wilderness to understand what the construction of a border wall will cost wildlife.

Two new studies suggest that, contrary to longstanding beliefs, dinosaurs were not on the decline before the Chicxulub asteroid impact.

At what point does the resolution on a TV display outpace what human eyes can actually see? Researchers investigated.

A giant infrastructure project aims to block invasive carp from entering Lake Michigan, but Chicago’s polluted water already keeps them out.

Lake Xochimilco in Mexico City is the only place where axolotls live in the wild, and they face growing threats.

A scientist diagnosed with endometriosis is working to answer fundamental questions about the disease and pave the way for better treatments.

It’s hard to convert energy from the ocean into electricity, thanks to a tough regulatory environment and, well, the ocean.

Tales of the amazing capabilities of bats, spiders, and snakes. Plus, a guided tour of some of the world’s spookiest lakes.

On December 5, Host Ira Flatow will be joined by award-winning physicist Dr. Sean M. Carroll to discuss his book, "The Biggest Ideas in the Universe."

Our digital presences will outlive us all. How can we best manage files, social media accounts, and recordings of ourselves after we die?

Why do we find joy in the scary and the macabre? Two psychology experts weigh in on humans’ affinity for horror and desire to get spooked.