Science Stories

Hantavirus is all over the news, but what does it really mean for Utah residents?

STEM-based museum programs help your kids develop crucial skills, preparing them for school, social situations, and a future of critical thinking.

Minerals come in all shapes and sizes, but the reason why has to do with surrounding deposits.

Where do bugs go in the wintertime? We're answering this question in the season finale of Bug Note.

As a citizen scientist and dear friend of the Museum, Ted Fridirici's love of bugs has led to adventurous pursuits and sparked dreams of a bug-focused podcast.

New research indicates that wildfire smoke and ash provide nutrients to the ecosystems they're deposited in, but questions about these nutrients still remain.

In celebration of our deep dinosaur love, join us on an exploration of dinosaur species from A to Z.

The world of bugs is vast, but it's also in danger! Today, we're learning about the bugs that are at risk.

Ethnographers at NHMU work with Indigenous communities in Utah in many ways, like ensuring the proper care and display of objects.

Many bug enthusiasts want to turn their love for insects into a career, but it can be hard to know where to start. This week, we're talking about internships.

Have you ever wondered why Utah has such a diverse landscape? Well, it was billions of years in the making.

Learn about the biggest and smallest insects around the world in this episode of Bug Note.