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To mark the start of a new era of astronomy, three principal researchers at the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) reflect on their epic discovery and how it will transform the way we see the cosmos.

Feb 11, 2016

Legions of volunteer, amateur astronomers are turning their eyes to the sky thanks to online image portals and doing extraordinary science.

Jan 14, 2016

The Unified Microbiome Initiative aims to advance our understanding of microbiomes

Jan 11, 2016

Ronald Hanson and Renato Renner discuss the strongest proof yet that quantum theory, with faster-than-light links between entangled particles, explains the true nature of the universe.

Dec 11, 2015

The Unified Microbiome Initiative proposes to unlock the power of the microbial communities that shape our world and influence our health. Here's why it's urgent.

Nov 23, 2015

A new database, and the new software platform that supports it, may finally supply scientists with a parts list for the brain.

Nov 19, 2015