Astronomy

An image of interstellar dust moving through the Milky Way’s magnetic field may help scientists learn more about the origin of galaxies

A new book about tree collectors shows how arboreal curation is an outlet for art and activism

Writers, artists, photographers and researchers share the stories behind the stories

As the climate warms, mangroves are migrating farther poleward, transforming the coast as they go

Humans need around 30 vitamins and minerals to keep our bodies functioning

Death rays; the sawfly’s barf defense

Science in meter and verse

Call off the pest control and learn to live with wildlife

Quantum observers, migrating mangroves, the deep history of an asteroid and understanding appetite in this issue of Scientific American

Research has found the universe is remarkably similar in structure to the human brain. But does this mean the cosmos has a consciousness of its own?

Mysterious nerve structures called Krause corpuscles respond to specific low-frequency vibrations, scientists finally confirm

SpaceX rolled its Falcon Heavy rocket out to the pad on Monday (June 24) ahead of its 10th-ever launch, which is scheduled for Tuesday (June 25).

3D weaving technology, AI-designed fibres and leather made from waste fish scales are among the sustainable fashion innovations on display at an exhibition in London

3D weaving technology, AI-designed fibres and leather made from waste fish scales are among the sustainable fashion innovations on display at an exhibition in London

From microbes to mammoths, life has transformed Earth into one big living system, says Ferris Jabr, author of Becoming Earth: How Our Planet Came to Life

Each year in the U.S. lightning strikes 37 million times and kills 21 people on average. Here’s how to stay safe during lightning storms

One hundred years ago, we discovered there were other galaxies beyond our own. Now, we might be on the verge of another discovery: that there are other universes

One of Europe’s most common birds, the great tit, show an amazing adaptability to human-made habitats. There seem no limits for this species when it comes inventing new ways of acquiring food from people

One hundred years ago, we discovered there were other galaxies beyond our own. Now, we might be on the verge of another discovery: that there are other universes

Claims of artificial general intelligence are increasingly common. But can anyone agree on what it is?