Science isn’t always serious. Sometimes researchers ask questions that seem silly at first, like why toast lands butter-side down or how ducks stay dry. But these quirky experiments often lead to surprisingly useful discoveries.

The experiment suggests that the animals are “not just driven by simple, emotional responses” but “have rather complex awareness.”

From mini-brains to spider-inspired gloves and wolf apple coatings, scientists are turning eerie-sounding experiments into real innovations that could revolutionize health and sustainability. Lab-grown brain organoids may replace animal testing,

Ozempic, MRI machines and flat screen televisions all emerged out of fundamental research decades earlier — the very types of study being slashed by the US government.

(THE CONVERSATION) People have been using flat, ribbonlike materials, such as reed strips, to make woven baskets for thousands of years. This weaving method has reemerged as a technique for engineers to create textile and fabric structures with complex geometry. While beautiful and intricate, these baskets can also be surprisingly strong.

While some researchers note the models made tasks more efficient, many scientists remain skeptical about using A.I. to author scientific work

Forming healthier habits can be an elusive goal. Now, scientists are offering a chance to join the latest research, which could help you find ways to better health. Here’s how to sign up.

NYU Langone’s Center for Multisite Studies is led by experts who are experienced in managing and supporting research.

In this special edition of the Student Notebook, early-career scholars from across the APSSC community share their experiences navigating psychological science as diverse scholars.

The federal government is more likely to fund curiosity-driven basic research, while industry is more likely to support research that has a clearer eventual payoff.