Humans evolved late in Earth history. While this timing inspired the conclusion that humanlike life is a cosmic improbability ...

Researchers found a hidden mathematical rule in tree-like art. Branch thickness follows a predictable ratio, making trees recognizable.

A retired educator, he’s also an acclaimed artist, writer, poet, creator of soundscapes, armchair scientist and philosopher, ...

China has begun recruiting for a planetary defense force after risk assessments determined that an asteroid could conceivably ...

Dive into the world of primitive wood burning and woodturning excellence as tree branches are transformed into stunning works of art on the lathe. Using simple, natural materials, this creative ...

Feb. 10, 2025 — Earth's inner core is undergoing structural transformation. Located 3,000 miles below the Earth's surface, the inner core is anchored by gravity within the molten liquid outer core.

Isaac Newton predicted the end of the world in 2060 based on biblical prophecies and historical analysis. He calculated this ...

Yoshi Miyazaki, an associate professor in the department of Earth and planetary sciences at Rutgers University in New Jersey. “Previous studies have already discussed how inner core rotation has ...

This science of trees inspired my colleague and me to measure the scaling of tree branch diameter in art. Among my favorite images is a carving of a tree from a late-medieval mosque in India.

(THE CONVERSATION) Every year, tens of billions of dollars are spent by universities, research institutes and private companies to develop solutions for climate change. Yet when a government decides ...

Earth and environmental sciences cover all aspects of Earth and planetary sciences, and broadly encompasses solid Earth processes, surface and atmospheric dynamics, Earth system history ...