News

  1. Planetary Science

    Enceladus’ ocean may not have produced precursor chemicals for life

    Building blocks of life have been found on this moon of Saturn. They may come from chemical reactions beyond Enceladus’ possible life-supporting ocean.

    By McKenzie Prillaman
  2. Paleontology

    An ancient reptile’s fossilized skin reveals how it swam like a seal

    A reptile fossil is the first of its kind with skin and partially webbed feet, possibly showing how later species like plesiosaurs adapted to water.

    By Taylor Mitchell Brown
  3. Humans

    Staying on the keto diet long term could carry health risks

    Months on a high-fat keto diet put mice at risk for cardiovascular disease and impaired insulin secretion.