A Science Connected blog about everything exciting, wonderful, and awe-inspiring in the physical sciences. Written by Steven Spence.

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Scientists study variations in blubber thickness on Yangtze finless porpoises to see how water temperature affects blubber in different regions of the mammal’s body.

The dead fish, frogs, and snakes floating in the vials are like curiosities from the Victorian era. But unlike the stuffed and mounted animals of taxidermy, these specimens are transparent, offering a ...

Renewable energy sources include wind, solar, geothermal, and hydroelectric power. In the battle for renewable energy, which will come out on top? Which do you want? Environment Science Policy ...

Science Connected Magazine is an editorially independent, non-profit newsroom producing open-access science journalism and scientific fact-checking for the global public.

As you grow, your face may change to resemble stereotypes related to your name. Scientists find that adults fit their names more than kids ...

Social media is an efficient way for research scientists to connect with the public at large. It is a tool that can reach millions of people with important information and opportunities. Dr. Bill ...

A geneticist is a type of biologist who studies genes. Let’s hear from Michelle T. Juarez, who helps teach the next generation of scientists! Get to Know a Scientist STEM Education ...

From Computer Science to Engineering, women continue making waves with their accomplishments. meet more diverse scientific superstars.

Sensory neurons help animals make sense of the world, and these small marine invertebrates can do a lot with only a few neurons.

A citizen science project called Off the Roof tested rainwater runoff collected by volunteers. They found that rainwater can be easily treated, but does often have contaminants similar to what’s found ...