Moon may have formed through Earth’s collision with close neighbor, study finds
Meteorites, lunar samples help scientists unravel the 4.5-billion-year-old mystery of ‘Theia’
With native fish, plants and zooplankton, Botany Pond transforms into sustainable ecosystem
Guided by faculty experts, an innovative restoration makes the beloved UChicago landmark a haven for visitors and wildlife
New study revises our picture of the most common planets in the galaxy
Research led by UChicago’s Eliza Kempton finds some ‘mini-Neptunes’ likely have solid surfaces rather than molten interiors
Exoplanets, explained
We now know there are thousands of planets out there in our galaxy alone. Learn what we know about them, and what mysteries remain.
UChicago scientists create novel, ultrathin material to make transistors
Molecule and semiconductor combination could open new avenues for technology, discovery
Scientists release new survey of the biggest objects in the universe
UChicago-led study analyzes massive galaxy clusters mapped by the Dark Energy Survey, offers new way to probe cosmic laws
'Missing links' of evolution, explained
When we look at the world around us, we see a wondrous variety of living things. How do species evolve into all these different forms? UChicago scientists explain.
Was Mars doomed to be a desert? Study proposes new explanation
UChicago-led analysis of Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover data may explain why planet was likely harsh desert for most of recent past
Chemistry students partner with artist to recreate pigment patented by George Washington Carver
UChicago students, Amanda Williams revive 100-year-old recipe for startling blue color