Scientists built the largest-ever map of the human brain. Here's what they found
A new atlas of the human brain could help explain abilities like language – and vulnerabilities, like Alzheimer's disease.
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Scenes from the rare 'ring of fire' eclipse
Didn't catch the rare spectacle? We've rounded up some photos of the celestial event, snapped as the moon charted its path over U.S. skies.
An eclipse chaser catches the 'ring of fire' event in New Mexico
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with David Baron, who viewed Saturday's "Ring of Fire" eclipse from the badlands of New Mexico, about why he travels the world to view these celestial phenomena.
New atlas of brain cells offers insight on disorders like autism and ADHD
An NIH-led effort to create an atlas of human brain cells will help researchers understand autism, ADHD, and schizophrenia. (This story first aired on All Things Considered on October 12, 2023.)
On Saturday, much of the U.S. will get a view of a 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
An annular solar eclipse, nicknamed the "ring of fire," will sweep across much of the Western Hemisphere on Saturday, Oct. 14. Here's what to expect.
Here's how you can see Saturday's 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
People in some areas of the western U.S. will be able to see the annular eclipse, when the moon passes directly in front of the sun. Experts urge viewers to watch the eclipse safely.
New atlas of brain cells offers insight on disorders like autism and ADHD
An NIH-led effort to create an atlas of human brain cells has identified more than 3,000 types of cells. The finding will help researchers understand disorders like autism, ADHD, and schizophrenia.
New proteins, better batteries: Scientists are using AI to speed up discoveries
New artificial intelligence tools are being rapidly developed across the sciences. They may not be able to solve every problem, but in some cases, they're shortening the time to new breakthroughs.
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Days into the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza is in a deep humanitarian crisis. Republicans chose Majority Leader Steve Scalise to be their nominee for House speaker. Scientists use AI to speed up discoveries.
Climate rules are coming for corporate America
U.S. regulators are finalizing rules that will make publicly traded companies disclose information about climate change. Other jurisdictions have been announcing similar requirements.