Results of the 14th annual Cool Science Image Contest were announced on Wednesday with winners selected from a pool of entries that include University of Wisconsin faculty, professors and students.

It’s a regrettable reality that there is never enough time to cover all the interesting scientific stories we come across. So every month, we highlight a handful of the best stories that nearly ...

A local teen's international science fair success shows what's possible and why parents should encourage curious kids to give ...

What can birds teach us about intelligence? They may have “bird brains,” but they can solve problems, use tools and even share culture. In the next Hot Science – Cool Talks, Dr. Carlos Botero explores ...

Using stellar light and chemical fingerprints, Dr. Hawkins’ research reveals previously hidden regions of the Milky Way’s spiral arms, reshaping how we understand our home galaxy. This event will make ...

Throughout history, people have come up with surprising ways to beat the heat that actually work. By Hiroko Tabuchi Long before air-conditioning, people around the world came up with ingenious ways to ...

This video demonstrates the process of constructing a mini hydropower dam as a science project, highlighting the principles of construction and hydroelectric power. #MiniConstruction #ScienceProject ...

More than 16 years after Kyron Horman’s disappearance sparked a sweeping manhunt and shaped a generation of Oregon schoolchildren, investigators say they are leveraging new technology in their search.

Projects are highlights of the year, but students can feel overwhelmed by them. Here are fun ways to break down big ...

Explore 25 exciting science experiments that bring learning to life! Using common materials, these hands-on activities demonstrate fascinating scientific principles through engaging demonstrations.

Talk about a bizarre feature of the human body: If you happened to swallow a razor blade, your stomach acid would dissolve it. Acids are ranked on a scale from zero to 14—the lower the pH level, the ...

Fans collected through Project Cool 2026 will benefit seniors served by Good Samaritan Community Services and Meals on Wheels, helping provide relief during periods of extreme summer temperatures.