Science
Kate Davis and Elizabeth Weiler
Utah Lake restoration called “unconstitutional” by state agency
The Utah Attorney General's assessment of the development plan for Utah Lake prompted the decision by the Utah Department of Natural Resources.5 hours ago
Amanda Dickson
Quantum computing of “great concern” to Rep. Chris Stewart, here’s why
Stewart's concern about quantum computing is linked to encryption, national security, and a potential national security breach.21 hours ago
Alejandro Lucero
Refinery flares are normal says Utah Department of Environmental Quality
Refinery flares might seem uncommon, but the Utah Department of Environmental Quality said they are normal and present no cause for concern.9 days ago
MADDIE BURAKOFF AP Science Writer
Do spiders sleep? Study suggests they may snooze like humans
The research showed the spiders' overnight movements looked a lot like REM in other species, she said — like dogs or cats twitching in their sleep. And they happened in regular cycles, similar to sleep patterns in humans.9 days ago
Martha Harris
“Live to Breathe” campaign encourages steps for clean air
Utah Clean Air Partnership's "Live to Breathe" campaign encourages Utahns to take meaningful steps toward cleaner air.13 days ago
Jackie Wattles, CNN Business
Likely debris from a SpaceX capsule found in Australia
NASA confirms that one of the objects is "likely" a scrap of hardware from a SpaceX Dragon capsule that reentered the Earth's atmosphere last May.13 days ago
Katie Hunt, CNN
Research in pigs shakes up what we know about dying
With more research, the cutting-edge technique could someday potentially help preserve human organs for longer, allowing more people to receive transplants.14 days ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
Rare type of galaxy dazzles in new Webb telescope image
Astronomers have gleaned new insights about individual stars and star formation within the chaotic galaxy, as well as the black hole at the galactic center, as a result of Webb's capabilities.15 days ago
Alejandro Lucero
Utah Valley University awarded $1.5 million grant
Utah Valley University has received nearly $1.5 million grant from the NSF. The grant will be provide scholarships and allow further research.16 days ago
Mark Jones
Utah could possibly be in path of debris from Chinese rocket
Experts say Utah could be in the path of debris from a Chinese rocket that is expected to reenter the earth's atmosphere this weekend. However, they are unsure of when or where it will fall.20 days ago
Alejandro Lucero
Murder Hornets have a new name but the same reputation
Murder Hornets are now known as the Northern Giant Hornet. The invasive pest first came to the U.S. in 2019 and struck fear in people and beehives alike.21 days ago
Chris Jacobs
NASA rocket test in Box Elder County deemed a success
A NASA rocket test last Thursday in Box Elder County appears to have been a success, according to Northrop Grumman. The rockets are part of a mission to get NASA back to the moon.23 days ago
VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV Associated Press
Russia to drop out of International Space Station after 2024
Russia's space chief says the country will opt out of the International Space Station after 2024 and focus on building its own orbiting outpost.23 days ago
Lindsay Aerts
New climate tool shows Utah’s record heat a result of climate change
Utah's record heat is a result of climate change according to readings from a new climate tool called the Climate Shift Index, from the non-profit Climate Central.1 month ago
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
NASA’s new telescope shows star death, dancing galaxies
The first image from the $10 billion Webb Telescope showed a jumble of distant galaxies that went deeper into the cosmos than humanity has ever seen.1 month ago
SETH BORENSTEIN
Far out: NASA space telescope’s 1st cosmic view goes deep
The first image from the $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope is the farthest humanity has ever seen in both time and distance,1 month ago
NICK PERRY Associated Press
NASA hopes New Zealand launch will pave way for moon landing
The mission came together relatively quickly and cheaply for NASA, with the total mission cost put at $32.7 million.2 months ago
Amie Schaeffer
BYU students compete in a contest that’s out of this world
A team of BYU engineering students placed in the top ten in the University Rover Challenge. The competition hosted students from 10 countries.2 months ago
Curt Gresseth
Be over the moon because total lunar eclipse coming Sunday to Utah
Patrick Wiggins, NASA solar system ambassador to Utah, explains what a total lunar eclipse is and when it can be witnessed Sunday night in Utah -- provided the skies are clear.3 months ago
Waverly Golden
Utah State University helps NASA with space exploration
NASA is launching a new mission in 2025 and Utah State University is helping them by building space-based radios.4 months ago
Paul Nelson
Federal health officials investigating Utah-based company over COVID-19 testing
A Utah-based company is being investigating for claims of substandard conditions at COVID-19 testing sites.5 months ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
Mysterious ‘odd radio circles’ seen in space, new image shows
Astronomers found the odd radio circles using the Australian SKA Pathfinder telescope, operated by Australia's national science agency CSIRO, or Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, two years ago.5 months ago
Jacob Rueda
Researchers say mental health affected by daylight exposure
With daylight saving time possibly becoming permanent, researchers say daylight exposure can affect mental health, and more darkness during winter might be harmful,5 months ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
NASA rolls mega Artemis I moon rocket out to the launchpad
Originally Published: 17 MAR 22 09:33 ET Updated: 18 MAR 22 13:22 ET (CNN) — The Artemis I mission is another step closer to its lunar launch. The massive 322-foot-tall (98 meters) stack, which includes NASA’s Space Launch System rocket topped by the Orion spacecraft, rolled out for its testing debut at Kennedy Space Center […]5 months ago
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