Spacesuits need a major upgrade for the next phase of exploration

The next generation of spacesuit needs to do more than simply protect an astronaut from the vacuum of space.

Yang Gao, Professor of Robotics, Head of Centre for Robotics Research, King's College London • conversation
March 6, 2024 • ~7 min

Is the Loch Ness monster real?

The idea of a creature like the Loch Ness monster fascinates people. But does the scientific evidence say it’s a prehistoric beast or total fake?

Michael A. Little, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, Binghamton University, State University of New York • conversation
Feb. 27, 2023 • ~7 min

Five things we learned about the state of the planet at the world's biggest meeting of biodiversity experts

Which species are becoming endangered and which are recovering, according to the IUCN World Conservation Congress?

Louise Gentle, Senior Lecturer in Wildlife Conservation, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Sept. 16, 2021 • ~7 min

Mermaids aren't real – but they've fascinated people around the world for ages

Mermaids are not real, but are meaningful to people around the world.

Peter Goggin, Associate Professor of English, Arizona State University • conversation
Dec. 14, 2020 • ~6 min

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