New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Short Wave.
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, scheduled for launch in late August, represents a significant leap in astronomical survey capabilities. Originally engineered as a classified spy satellite for the National Reconnaissance Office, the hardware was repurposed to observe the heavens, offering a field of view far broa...
The 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia highlights the complex seismic interactions between the Nazca, South American, and Caribbean plates, which exert significant stress on the North Andean microplate. While scientists cannot predict specific earthquakes, they can forecast annual frequency and magnitude ranges based...
The Midnight Rebellion is an interactive, science-fiction audio drama set a century in the future, shaped by contemporary environmental choices. The story follows twelve-year-old twins, Jewel and Hart, as they investigate their late mother’s laboratory on the anniversary of her mysterious disappearance. Dr. Elizabeth G...
Cybercrime is reaching record levels as attackers leverage artificial intelligence to execute more sophisticated, personalized phishing campaigns and bypass traditional security measures. The foundational "CIA Triad"—confidentiality, integrity, and availability—faces unprecedented pressure as malicious actors use AI to...
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