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Feb
21
The real science behind Star Trek: Lower Decks 'quantum reality drive'
Star Trek's official science advisor offers a behind-the-scenes look at warp drive's wacky new cousin.
6 min read
Jan
25
'Absolution' reminds us nature is not what it seems
Revisiting the biology underpinning Jeff Vandermeer’s groundbreaking eco-horror series
6 min read
Dec
28
The fascinating fungal science behind 'The Last of Us'
Raving mushroom zombies aren't as far-fetched as you might think.
4 min read
Nov
30
What trippy worm ooze can teach us about saving nature
A conversation with a desert conservationist about giant sandworms, toad tripping, and more.
8 min read
Mar
29
Meet the cosplaying paleontologist who teaches Jurassic Park fans about dinosaurs
"Folks who go to Comic Con may never decide to go to a museum in their whole life. But when we bring it to them, we can broaden their horizon and change their perspective."
16 min read
Jan
20
An epidemiologist explains how science fiction has taught us—and misled us—about pandemics
"If that’s what always happens in the movies, why wouldn’t that happen in real life as well?"
13 min read
Dec
30
An exclusive interview with Star Trek science advisor Erin MacDonald
With a PhD in astrophysics, MacDonald uses her science background to help Star Trek explain di-lithium, warp drive, and more.
16 min read
Nov
24
Multiverse madness
Pop culture has embraced the idea of a multiverse—but scientists aren't even sure if we should be debating its existence.
3 min read
Oct
20
Fake crystals with awesome powers
Crystal lore may be mostly fantasy, but it has a real effect on our lives.
3 min read
Sep
05
An inside look at SimEnvironment, Maxis' long-lost toxic waste simulator
The exclusive story about the Sim City maker's mysterious EPA-themed game.
8 min read