Science Stories

In this week's episode of Bug Note, we're talking about the magic of fireflies and whether or not you can find them here in Utah.

The Orchid Mantis is a tiny, but surprisingly effective assassin, thanks to a few key evolutionary tactics.

Bugs are everywhere — in your house, on your clothes, and even in your belly button. In this episode of Bug Note, that's exactly what we're exploring.

Recently, two of NHMU's team members were interviewed by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication (YPCCC) for their work on climate education in Utah.

What are microplastics and why are they harmful? We sat down with the experts to get the answers.

Why do many distantly related species share similar traits and body structures? It’s all thanks to something called convergent evolution.

Most of us can’t imagine living in the constant, sweltering heat or a bitter, frozen landscape, but in those harsh conditions, some bugs thrive. 

Research Quest celebrates its 10th anniversary! Here's everything you need to know about this cool program.

In this episode of Bug Note, host Daniel Potter takes an appreciative look at the evolutionary success of insects.

Anand Varma has built his career on capturing the minutia of scientific subjects, from brain-hacking worms to embryonic chickens.

This episode of But Note is for the kids who love bugs and the parents who are raising them.

Episode three of NHMU's new podcast, Bug Note, dives into the stats of insects around the world.