Science

Back in May, a team of experts and University of Rhode Island students received national attention when they explored and documented 17 ships while conducting the first survey of known wrecks in the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary. A lesser-known aspect of the story? Team member Jake Bonney had been partially paralyzed after a ski

The deep, vibrant blue you often see in ancient Egyptian depictions of royalty is no ordinary color — made from calcium copper silicate, it may be able to enhance energy efficiency, boost solar electricity, and help create counterfeit-proof ink. Originally used around 5,000 years ago, it’s considered the world’s oldest synthetic pigment.  Its usage faded

A rattlesnake slithering across your path may make you antsy throughout a long hike, while stumbling upon a stunning view at the end of the trail could leave you feeling content for the remainder of the day. Each experience is a short-lived moment, but both can lead to lasting emotion. How does this happen? Scientists

When lightbulb moments occur — you know, those instances when you’re struck by a brilliant idea or solution seemingly out of nowhere — they can feel like miracles from the universe. But there’s actually science behind them, and according to a new study, their positive impact could last well beyond the instances themselves. Researchers at