Is there anything in the cosmos more mystifying and terrifying than a black hole? The Event Horizon Telescope array has managed to do the impossible and photograph a distant black hole in the M87 galaxy. Well, the array photographed the hole in space where the black hole should be.... Read more
The Fermi Paradox refers to an understanding of the observable universe that appears inherently paradoxical. Put forth by Enrico Fermi, a physicist, the paradox holds that the evidence of extraterrestrial life is incongruous with the likelihood of its existence. In simpler terms, the universe is very big and very... Read more
The world of science fiction is dominated by high-tech advancements that make life easier (or more dangerous) for the characters. For more than a century, real-world scientists have been inspired by sci-fi innovations to create new technology. From Star Trek to Star Wars, today we’re talking about life imitating... Read more
The National Science Foundation is an organization that keeps up with American’s scientific aptitude. To that end, every two years the NSF releases a series of ten basic science questions. These questions are meant to test the average American’s knowledge of science. Every American should know the answers to... Read more