U.S. technology helps to unearth Mayan past
Learn how a laser mapping system mounted on an airplane has exposed new details of an extraordinarily complex civilization buried in Central America's past.
5G mobile broadband is coming. Here’s what it means.
The arrival of 5G mobile broadband is just around the corner. Learn how this superfast, fifth-generation technology will change the world.
‘Outbreak’ exhibition connects world in fight against disease
A new exhibition, "Outbreak: Epidemics in a Connected World," shows the connection between human, animal and environmental health.
Bringing the power of computing to arts and humanities
Discover how universities like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are applying techniques of modern computing to other academic disciplines.
A new way to help save elephants
Learn how biologists from Cornell University are tapping into new technology to track and protect African elephants from poaching.
Can once-toxic cottonseeds help feed the world?
The U.S. has approved an edible cottonseed created by a Texas A&M University scientist who was a protégé of the "father of the green revolution."
How the blind can experience shopping or a solar eclipse [video]
A California company's smart glasses and remote, live assistants are opening doors for the blind and the visually impaired.
Invest in girls. Download this free poster.
Girls make up half the world's population, but many lack opportunities to learn skills. Support girls' ability to gain training for good jobs.
First lady focuses on Africa’s children, wildlife, antiquities
Melania Trump's Africa trip took the first lady from a hospital to schoolrooms and ancient landmarks as she drew attention to the needs of children.