Science Quickly

Cows and at least one person in the U.S. have been sickened by avian influenza. We asked experts about the risk to humans.

Volcano detectives use artificial intelligence to sleuth out ancient secrets in Alaska. 

As hard as it is to study these denizens of the deep, researchers have found some intriguing evidence to support the idea that “sperm whale culture” exists.

The deadly virus was practically eliminated in the U.S., but now it’s infecting more people.

Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, a professional astronomer, talks about her own adventures in astrophotography—and offers tips and tricks for new amateur astronomers.

Kate Russo has seen 13 total solar eclipses, and even she isn't ready for this one.

Total solar eclipses have set the stage for major scientific advancements—everything from the discovery of helium to the testing of Einstein’s general theory of relativity.

Eclipses can affect animals, and biologists are preparing to see what happens during totality on April 8.

AI-generated art is creating new ethical issues—and competition—for digital artists. Nightshade and Glaze are two tools helping creators fight back.

Mucus is a miracle of evolution, and some researchers are trying to re-create what nature makes naturally.

The slimy substance is so powerful that doctors once made hog stomach mucus milkshakes to treat ulcers.

If you take a journey into the depths of the slime all around us, you find yourself starting to understand that mucus is a miracle.