Science Unmasked

Most people have heard of stem cells. They are often described as “miracle” cells — ones that can …

When you look at clouds, tree bark, or the front of a car, do you sometimes see a …

Boomerangs are an iconic symbol of Australia. Known internationally for their unique curved shape and ability to return …

Imagine you’re at the grocery store, standing before a selection of snacks. Seemingly without thinking, you skip over …

Salt is an essential nutrient for the human body. But hundreds of millions of years before the first …

Passwords are the keys to our digital lives — think how many times you log in to websites …

For more than 60 million years, venomous snakes have slithered across Earth. These ancient, chemical weapon-wielding reptiles owe …

Hidden beneath farmland in the central tablelands of New South Wales lies one of Australia’s most extraordinary fossil …

When we think of lead poisoning, most of us imagine modern human-made pollution, paint, old pipes, or exhaust …

Every day, your immune system performs a delicate balancing act, defending you from thousands of pathogens that cause …