Currents blog

In 130 million years, these planets will become dinner for their dying host star.
Cynthia McKelvey, Contributor
Join us in Washington D.C.
Inside Science Contributor
A closer look at how studies of the surgery produced conflicting results.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Turning scientists into rockstars.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Researchers from the BICEP2 experiment are announcing evidence for the detection of gravitational waves.
Ben P. Stein, Contributor
Fungus-covered flies, fresh from a twelve-day trip to space, might have the answer.
Cat Ferguson, Contributor
Olympic athletes must consider elevation when training.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Another year of quality science coverage.
Sara Rennekamp, Contributing Editor
Scientist in New Hampshire uses data from space to create unique music.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Atop a ridge in Antarctica, temperatures can drop below -136 degrees F.
Chris Gorski, Editor
Whether red marks danger or attraction depends on where we see the color.
Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Contributor
The straightforward science film investigates the assassination and reveals TV's remarkable power.
Chris Gorski, Editor