Jessica Nelson 
In 1997, a spacecraft named Cassini and a little lander called Huygens set off for Saturn, a place over a billion miles away. They didn’t just explore another planet; they changed how we think about exploring space itself. From teamwork to smart engineering and adaptability, Cassini–Huygens became a guidebook for all future interplanetary missions. Let’s … Read more
Genetic modification in agriculture might sound like a complex science, but it’s something that’s already affecting what we eat every day. At its core, it’s about changing the DNA of crops or animals to improve their traits—like making plants resistant to pests or better able to survive droughts. This science is helping farmers grow more … Read more
Space has always fascinated humans. It’s vast, mysterious, and full of wonders that we can’t even begin to comprehend. Despite all the advances we’ve made in space exploration, there are still countless mysteries that remain unsolved. From strange signals to the origin of the universe itself, space is full of questions that scientists continue to … Read more
Imagine a world where a life-saving organ transplant is available when needed, even if human donors are in short supply. This is the hope behind xenotransplantation, the process of transplanting organs from animals to humans. While it sounds like science fiction, it is a field of research that has made remarkable strides in recent years. … Read more
Look up at a clear night sky. It seems so peaceful, doesn’t it? But that beautiful expanse is hiding a growing problem: a planetary junkyard. Imagine millions of tiny pieces of metal, old satellites, and even flecks of paint, all whipping around our planet ten times faster than a bullet. This is space junk, and … Read more
When you turn on the news, you’ll often hear phrases like “climate crisis” or “the end is near.” But in recent years, some top scientists have begun to question this level of alarm. They aren’t denying climate change — far from it. Instead, they argue that the conversation has become too extreme, too fearful, and … Read more
Space exploration has always captured our imagination, from the first time we gazed at the stars to the rockets blasting off today. These active space missions aren’t just about sending machines into space—they have revolutionized how we understand the universe. With each successful launch, we’ve uncovered new mysteries of space, pushing the boundaries of what’s … Read more
Imagine walking through a jungle or diving into the ocean and suddenly discovering a creature that seems straight out of a science fiction movie. Well, these creatures aren’t from a dream—they are real! Some of them look so bizarre and otherworldly that it’s hard to believe they actually exist. From glowing sea creatures to animals … Read more