Biology

Explore the science of life.

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Sleep isn't downtime — it's when your brain cleans house, consolidates memory, and repairs the body.

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From Earth's magnetic field to star maps, birds use an incredible toolkit to find their way home.

From Edison to LEDs — the journey of turning electricity into light is pure applied physics.

Their unusual body plan and tiny fins make seahorses some of the ocean's most fascinating swimmers.

Magma, pressure, and Earth's restless crust combine to create one of nature's most dramatic shows.

Rare earth metals, microscopic chips, and clever engineering — a pocket-sized marvel of science.