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The unexpected science of everyday things
Science is a mirror that reveals sometimes hidden, often unexpected and always astounding insights into everyday things and human life. Here we explore everything you always wanted to know about holidays, food, art, music, books, games, TV, film, education, urban life and crime — as well as human history, archaeology and anthropology.
Inside Science is reaching the end of a decades-long journey showcasing the science behind the discoveries and the headlines.
In this interview, James Poskett describes how knowledge spread around the world long before the advent of modern technology.
In this episode of Inside Science Conversations Lindy Elkins-Tanton discusses NASA's Psyche mission and what got her into science.
In this episode of Inside Science Conversations, Phil Skiba discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected athletes and front-line workers.
Super-slender buildings can make scary noises as they sway, but acoustical consultants say they have solutions.
Our coverage throughout another tough year has continued to explore how science influences daily life.
As grapes moved throughout Europe, people interbred domesticated vines with wild fruit.
The running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, helped researchers study what happens when lots of people suddenly wish to move quickly.
A new study probes the network of protons in egg-based paints to highlight how the paint works on a molecular scale.
Devices that nudge the rich and middle class to exercise don't offer same boost to those with lower incomes.
Black tea films crack more easily than green tea films, while red tea forms no film.
While martinis probably aren't more protective than good travel habits, researchers can't explain the superspy's luck.
