Scientific American

An ancient sample shows calcite threading through this material’s cracks and pores, offering possible lessons for making modern concrete last longer

Erythrulose—a sugar found in raspberries—is also prevalent in a giant molecular cloud close to our galaxy’s core, scientists have discovered

What’s the secret to prompting an AI to solve math problems that have left humans stumped? Tell it to believe in itself

A 23-year-old student overturned an ancient conjecture about one of math’s simplest operations

Alpha-gal syndrome is increasing across the U.S., driven by lone star ticks

Most adults have levels of a dangerous type of cholesterol that are above 100, but this new drug can reduce levels to around 50