The astrophysicist was one of the first researchers to bring astronomy closer to the general public and to advocate the ...

The practice of making science more understandable to the public in one form or another has manifested itself for a long time, almost simultaneously with its inception. Science communication. Image ...

Note: For the most recent data on Americans’ trust in science and scientists, read our 2024 report: Public Trust in Scientists and Views on Their Role in Policymaking. How we did this Pew Research ...

The share of Americans who say science has had a mostly positive effect on society has declined in recent years. In the new survey, 57% say science has had a mostly positive effect on society, while ...

A collage with photos of Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi in front of the Nobel prize medal. The Nobel prize in chemistry went to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi for ...

Mark Twain once wrote, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” (He attributed the quip to former British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli, but its true origin is unknown.) ...

National Science Day, which is observed every year on February 28, is an important milestone in the history of India's ...