What will the James Webb Space Telescope do?
Here's what to expect from the largest, most technologically advanced, and most expensive space telescope ever built.
Meet the Marvelous Christmas Tree Worm
Instead of slithering through soil, the Christmas tree worm inhabits coral reefs and might even help protect them against destruction.
Why is There a Global Chip Shortage?
What began with temporary manufacturing disruptions at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a series of supply breakdowns, including those related to computer chip shortages, across multiple industries.
Where Did the Cannabis Plant Come From?
While the origins of the cannabis plant remain unknown, geneticists can trace its evolution and identify its closest living relative.
Scientists Capture the First Light from the Big Bang
Feast your eyes on one of the most important images in all of cosmology: a picture of the first light from the Big Bang.
In Galaxies Far, Far Away, Some Planets Have Two Stars
Science fiction got some things right: On worlds in binary star systems, there are always two shadows and two sunsets.
Take a Ride into a Supermassive Black Hole
See the amazing view from a planet being consumed by a supermassive black hole, and why the universe would appear distorted in both time and space.
The Link Between High-Potency Cannabis Use and Psychosis
Regular use of cannabis could increase an adolescent's likelihood of developing a psychiatric disorder, including schizophrenia.
Could a "Dune" Sandworm Exist in Real Life?
Sandworms are a staple of sci-fi. But there are ecological and evolutionary limits to consider when deciding if a species like that featured in "Dune" could actually exist.
Was the Big Bang an Explosion or Something Else?
The Big Bang was less of an explosion than a transformation of energy into matter.
NOVA Universe Revealed: Big Bang Preview
The Big Bang is when the cosmos started and time itself began. With stunning animation based on space telescope images, NOVA winds back the ages to discover new clues about this ultimate genesis and what happened in the universe’s first few seconds.
Sagittarius A*: The Void at the Center of our Galaxy
A supermassive black hole sits at the center of the Milky Way galaxy, scientists believe. Would life as we know it exist without this invisible enigma?
NOVA Universe Revealed: Black Holes Preview
Take a seat on the ultimate thrill ride to explore nature’s strangest and most powerful objects. Discover new science showing how black holes reshape entire galaxies, warp the fabric of space and time, and might even be portals to another universe.
Yes, There's Really a Frozen Exoplanet named Hoth
Exoplanets like OGLE-2005-BLG-390Lb, aka Hoth, seem to defy the logic of our solar system. So scientists needed to rethink the planetary rulebook.
NOVA Universe Revealed: Alien Worlds Preview
Ultra-sensitive telescopes have transformed alien planet-hunting from science fiction into enthralling hard fact. Join NOVA on a visit to exotic worlds orbiting distant suns to answer an age-old question with thrilling new science: are we alone?
How Long Does Covid-19 Immunity Last?
A person who has been vaccinated against COVID-19 will have a slightly different immune response to the coronavirus than someone who was previously infected, researchers say. How long does immunity last—and is it all about antibodies?
Introducing NOVA's Financial Lab
Practice making financial decisions – and overcoming common behavioral biases – in this fun but challenging game.
The Milky Way and Andromeda Galaxies will Someday Collide
Astronomers estimate that in about 4.5 billion years, the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide. Here's how it'll happen.
Gaze at Galaxies with NASA's Hubble Space Telescope
Since its 1990 launch, the Hubble Space Telescope has allowed scientists to peer deep into space and far back in time to understand the diversity of galaxies in our universe.
NOVA Universe Revealed: Milky Way Preview
Straddling the night sky, the Milky Way reminds us of our place in the galaxy we call home. But what shaped this giant spiral of stars and what will be its destiny? NOVA travels back in time to unlock the turbulent story of our cosmic neighborhood.
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