Science Matters

Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) One of the most well-known and competitive awards comes through the CAREER program, which funds proposals from assistant professors (or equivalent…

1. Major astrophysical breakthroughs NSF's Daniel K.

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Despite their proximity to the ocean, the flooded caves of Tsimanampetsotse National Park in southwest Madagascar are filled with fresh, clear water.

As a particle physicist, Cristian Galbiati's research focuses on some very curious natural phenomena.

Paul Milgrom was awakened around 2 a.m. Oct. 12 by some audacious person knocking on his door. "Paul … you've won the Nobel Prize.

Los Angeles Fire Department Capt.

We walk on soils, but often give little thought to what's right under our feet.

Since its formal dedication 40 years ago this week, NSF's Karl G.

Large masses of plastic refuse and other marine debris, drawn together by waves and wind, currently float across the north Pacific Ocean between California and Hawaii.