Louisiana Wants To Use The Muddy Mississippi To Build Up Its Coast
Louisiana has big plans to redirect parts of the river to build up its shrinking coast. New research suggests it won't help nearly enough.
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The Push To Reverse America's Rising Maternal Mortality Rates
Most maternal deaths in the U.S. are preventable. So why are American moms at such a high risk?
On East Coast Oyster Farms, 'Women Are Rising Up From The Bay In A Big Way'
More women are joining their male peers among the ranks of oyster farmers. This could be because of growing marine science programs — and a desire to have a hands-on connection with the food system.
Icy Moon Of Jupiter Spews Water Plumes Into Space
Researchers have evidence supporting the existence of plumes of water shooting up from the interior of Jupiter's icy moon Europa.
Scientific Debate Centers On Giant Crack In Africa's Rift Valley
A deep, wide gash has slashed across the Great Rift Valley floor in a geologically hot part of Kenya. Some wonder if East Africa will eventually separate from the continent.
Trump's 'Energy Dominance' Gets Slow Start On Federal Land
Despite President Trump's pledge to boost oil and gas drilling on federal land, some statistics show there was more activity during the Obama administration.
Doctor Behind Asperger's Syndrome Subject To Name Change
In the book "Asperger's Children: The Origins of Autism in Nazi Vienna," Edith Sheffer writes about the doctor who first diagnosed Asperger's Syndrome. Sheffer tells NPR's Michel Martin how Hans Asperger's Nazi ties were hidden for years.
New Orleans Pressured To Reconsider Permit For Power Plant Backed By Paid Actors
In New Orleans, activists who spoke in favor of a proposed gas plant turned out to be paid actors. Environmentalists are calling on the city council to reconsider its approval of a plant permit.
Tardis Optional: Time Travelers Invited To Stephen Hawking Service
Applications to attend a memorial service for the famous scientist are open to the public. Anyone born between 1918 and 2038 can apply.
Researchers Tackle Gun Violence Despite Lack of Federal Funding
Despite a federal ban on funding the study of gun violence, researchers have published hundreds of studies in recent years exploring risk factors and solutions to the problem.