Science

February 24, 2017 1:30 PM

Could a bumblebee learn to play fetch? Probably

Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.

by Rae Ellen Bichell

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February 24, 2017 12:00 AM

Author talks 'Hidden Figures,' contributions of Black women to American innovation

Margot Lee Shetterly, author of "Hidden Figures" was the Distinguished Carlson Lecturer at the University of Minnesota February 21, 2017.

by MPR News Staff

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February 23, 2017 9:41 AM

Behold: 4 new species of tiny frogs smaller than a fingernail

Scientists in India say the frogs are actually fairly common but have eluded discovery likely because of their extremely small size, secretive habitats and unusual calls.

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February 23, 2017 8:12 AM

Should scientists march? U.S. researchers still debating pros and cons

A "March for Science" is set for April 22 in Washington, D.C., to show support for evidence-based public policy. But some worry the march will be seen as partisan, and may even undermine sound policy.

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February 23, 2017 6:44 AM

After making history in space, Mae Jemison works to prime future scientists

For the first African-American woman in space, her path to spaceflight and beyond includes trying to pave the way for more girls of color to follow in her footsteps.

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February 22, 2017 12:35 PM

Astronomers find 7 Earth-sized planets around a nearby star

Some of the planets could be home to liquid water, but it remains unclear whether life could exist on such strange worlds.

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February 22, 2017 9:10 AM

Want to breeze through airport security? Hand over some money, and an iris scan

Travelers can bypass parts of the security process, for a fee, with a new service called Clear at MSP.

by Martin Moylan and Tim Nelson

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February 21, 2017 6:14 PM

World's 'oldest known wild bird' hatches chick, again!

Wisdom, a Laysan albatross who is at least 66 years old, has hatched yet another chick at the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge and Battle of Midway National Memorial in Hawaii.

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February 20, 2017 9:00 AM

Taking in snow requires perspective from space

NASA is studying snow with the same technology it uses to study ice on Mars. What they've found so far: The climate is changing -- and so is our relationship with snow.

by William Lager