Research means asking questions of the universe. For centuries, clever minds have advanced science by devising ingenious ...

No one can question the impact of science on human civilization, and the importance of experimentation in science is equally undeniable. Some experiments confirm what we already know, others suggest a ...

It turns out 400 car batteries are incredibly powerful ...

Without science, humanity never would have left caves. Computer technology, medical breakthroughs, weapons of war, and knowledge of outer space all came into being thanks to the wonders of science.

Discover fun and easy science experiments that you can do right in your own kitchen or backyard. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, these activities will ignite your love for science and learning.

Just over a week ago, European physicists announced they had measured the strength of gravity on the smallest scale ever. In a clever tabletop experiment, researchers at Leiden University in the ...

Have you ever imagined the solution to a logic problem instead of calculating it? Such “thought experiments” are carried out using one’s imagination rather than doing actual research. Typically ...

Editor’s note: This is part of a series called “The Day Tomorrow Began,” which explores the history of breakthroughs at UChicago. Learn more here. A field experiment is a research method that uses ...