‘Moral breakdown is a fake problem’

In new study, experimental psychologist takes on the stubborn perception of declining morality.

Christy DeSmith • harvard
June 14, 2023 ~6 min

In first, astronomers see star engulf planet

Scientists say it's a preview of Earth's fate in 5 billion years.

Caitlin McDermott-Murphy • harvard
May 3, 2023 ~7 min


Taking a lesson in evolutionary adaptation from octopus, squid

Two new studies describe path of divergent sensing capabilities, tracking lineage from common ancestral neurons.

Alice McCarthy • harvard
April 12, 2023 ~5 min

Scientists explain how an infection can produce genetic diversity

A new study illuminates the way pathogens — and pheromones — alter social behavior in animals.

Alice McCarthy • harvard
March 3, 2023 ~5 min

New study offers clues to how shifting climate may change ocean ecosystems

By studying the fossil record of one group of organisms, researchers now worry that human-driven climate change may return us to an “Earth of 8 million years ago ... detrimentally restructuring the marine communities of the entire ocean.”

Wendy Heywood • harvard
March 3, 2023 ~6 min

One small step toward understanding gravity

Quantum computing simulation reveals possible wormhole-like dynamics.

Alice McCarthy • harvard
Feb. 22, 2023 ~4 min

Using leeches to map biodiversity

Scientists looking to measure the biodiversity of wild animals in a nature reserve are taking their lead from leeches.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
June 15, 2022 ~6 min

Brain controls symptoms of sickness

Study illuminates connections to immune system.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
June 8, 2022 ~5 min


Harvard researchers help 3D printing take its next step

Harvard researchers present a new method of volumetric 3D printing.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
April 20, 2022 ~4 min

Mars surface shaped by catastrophic flooding

Harvard researcher explains how overflowing rivers billions of years ago helped shape what Mars looks like today.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Jan. 31, 2022 ~6 min

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