NPR News: Pine needles help researchers track how forever chemicals get into the environment

Pine needles help researchers track how forever chemicals get into the environment
Volunteers in Minnesota are collecting pine needles to help researchers determine how PFAS -- the substances commonly called forever chemicals -- find their way into water, soil and air.

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NPR News: Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming

Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming
The U.S. is forecast to add a lot less power from renewables than analysts previously expected. The potential slowdown comes as electricity demand is rising faster than it has in decades.

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NPR News: Uncovering the mystery of how algae makes snow green, red or orange

Uncovering the mystery of how algae makes snow green, red or orange
Snow isn't always white; algae can make it look green, red, or orange, and scientists are trying to understand how and why these colorful patches appear.

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NPR News: What we have learned about neuroscience in 2025

What we have learned about neuroscience in 2025
Researchers studying the human brain shared a lot of fascinating research this year, like how to keep brains young and how to reduce inflammation in joints.

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NPR News: ADHD drugs may work indirectly to boost attention

ADHD drugs may work indirectly to boost attention
Drugs like Adderall and Ritalin appear to help children with ADHD by activating brain areas involved in alertness and motivation.

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NPR News: Where scientific research focused on DEI stands after a year of disruption

Where scientific research focused on DEI stands after a year of disruption
Cuts to scientific research focused disproportionately on research around diversity equity and inclusion. Some researchers say we're just beginning to understand the impact.

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NPR News: Christmas is over. Here's what to do with your holiday trash

Christmas is over. Here's what to do with your holiday trash
Household waste increases by 25% between Thanksgiving and New Years. Rules vary by municipality on what you can recycle and what needs to go into the trash.

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