Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the ...

On this day in science history Sept. 17, 1999: Jesse Gelsinger died after receiving a gene therapy treatment to treat a liver ...

This week in science: The world's second-largest diamond is being evaluated; the genetic secrets of a 117-year-old woman are ...

The regular Short Wave science roundup covers mysterious red dots in space, the neurons behind optical illusions and a study of octopus arms.

Hosts of NPR's science podcast discuss new findings about long-distance fly migration, an unexpected impact of emissions in the Amazon, and fish noises.

The Draconid meteor shower will peak on Wednesday and produce a few meteors for sky-gazers in the Northern Hemisphere.

This week in science: The Sun is flaring up unexpectedly; a 60-year diabetes mystery may finally be solved; the oldest human mummies aren't what we expected; and much more! According to NASA, the Sun ...

Her work with chimps revolutionized the way we think about them – and ourselves. As a determined young researcher, Goodall showed t ...

It's time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. I am joined by the show's host, Regina Barber, and producer Rachel Carlson. Good to have you both here. RACHEL ...