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In a world of constant information overload, we strive to be your reliable source for clear and accessible science. Explore the blog posts below to learn about the science that affects our everyday lives.

Check Out Our Featured Series on Measles

For over two decades, measles was a long-forgotten disease in the United States thanks to widespread vaccination and elimination of the virus from circulation.

The Science of Fear

Like any emotion, fear is complex and rooted in the brain. As we cozy up to fear, let’s talk about the science behind this emotion.

Q&A with Ayanna Jones, M.S.

Ayanna Jones is a Ph.D. student at Howard University. Her research interests include chemistry and applied physics.

Stargazing: A Spooky Halloween Trio

The scary, spooky times of Halloween are upon us. Though not yet time to howl at the moon, which will be full phase on November 5, the luminous heavens hold eerie surprises.

Stargazing: Orionid Meteor Shower

Late October fireworks will be on display with the Orionids meteor shower. This year, the peak of the shower is on the same night as a new moon, making it an optimal viewing opportunity.

Stargazing: Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS)

The next comet that may be visible is C/2025 K1 (ATLAS). It was discovered on May 25, 2025, in Chile.

The Science Behind Fall Leaves

As the weather cools, we start to see red, orange, and yellow leaves floating down to the ground and scattering across sidewalks.

Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS), also known as 3I/ATLAS, and Venus as seen in the Pittsburgh sky, facing East.

Stargazing: Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS)

The next comet that may be visible is C/2025 K1 (ATLAS). It was discovered on May 25, 2025, in Chile.

A forest path surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.

The Science Behind Fall Leaves

As the weather cools, we start to see red, orange, and yellow leaves floating down to the ground and scattering across sidewalks.

Stargazing: Venus Morning Sky Finale

Venus, the brightest of the planets and third brightest object in the sky, will soon be fading from its 2025 reign as the gleaming “morning star.”

Stargazing: Saturn Just Below the Moon on Oct. 6 – Telescope Titan Visible

Saturn viewing holds treats for telescope observers this week.

Stargazing: Neptune Discovered: Sept. 23, 1846

Since its initial detection, the ice giant has completed little more than one Neptunian year, taking about 164 Earth-years to orbit the sun.

The Sun coming over the horizon of Earth as seen from outer space.

Autumn Astro Calendar – 2025

Autumn Astro Calendar, Sept. – Nov. 2025 This Season’s Skygazing Top Picks Sept. 17 – Jupiter, crescent moon, and Venus. Pre-dawn. Sept. 17 – Jupiter, crescent moon, and Venus. Pre-dawn. […]