Science
Discover the scientific breakthroughs and engineering innovations being pioneered across Harvard’s labs and centers.
A Harvard Astrophysicist Explains the Bizarre Behavior of a Supergiant Star
The dimming and rapid rotation of Betelgeuse may be caused by a hidden companion.
by Saima Sidik
Humans on Horseback
New evidence on domestication of horses—and the spread of an ancient Eurasian culture
Research Clusters Seek Climate Solutions
Teams of Harvard researchers will develop concrete proposals for addressing specific climate impacts.
Harvard Begins Search for Engineering Dean
Claudine Gay announces the advisory committee for successor to Frank Doyle.
Healthy People, Healthy Planet
The healthiest plant-based diets are also best for the environment.
Prepare for AI Hackers
Human systems of all kinds may soon be vulnerable to subversion by artificial intelligence.
Louis Deslauriers
Portrait of an expert in science education and "engaged learning"
Inner Senses
Nicholas Bellono probes the biological basis of animal adaptations and behaviors.
What Birds’ Nests Tell Us
Inside the Museum of Comparative Zoology’s revealing birds’ egg and nest collection
Lifestyle and Long COVID Linked
Harvard researchers find that lifestyle factors like weight and sleep are associated with reduced risk.
Secrets of Longevity: New Evidence from Rockfish
A genetic analysis of long-lived species of rockfish has led to fresh insights into human longevity, and a previously unappreciated pathway governing lifespan.