https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Scienceen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comTue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Evan BushTue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMTMore than a year after the Trump administration dismissed hundreds of scientists working on the National Climate Assessment, clouding the landmark publication’s future, many of those researchers and others released Tuesday the first installment of a special collection of climate change findings designed to fill the perceived gap left behind.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/climate-scientists-fired-trump-step-fill-us-report-gap-rcna598585https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/climate-scientists-fired-trump-step-fill-us-report-gap-rcna598585Justin SullivanAn abandoned boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater.A boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater on Aug. 31 in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nev.RJ SangostiLow snowpack in Colorado River Basin adds to droughtA boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater on Aug. 31 in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nev.Arwen ClemansPeople walk with umbrellas.A boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater on Aug. 31 in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nev.NBC NewsFlooding in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Indianapolis, near the White River, on Aug. 15.A boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater on Aug. 31 in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nev.Ethan SwopeAPTOPIX California WildfiresA boat sits in an area of Lake Mead that was previously underwater on Aug. 31 in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nev.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMTTue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMTEvan BushThu, 17 Sep 2026 15:01:52 GMTResearchers say they’ve identified a new species of wild cat previously unknown to science. The Tilcayo tiger cat is smaller than a typical house cat and lives in the Bolivian cloud forest.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/new-wild-cat-species-identified-rcna598113https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/new-wild-cat-species-identified-rcna598113Fernando FacioleA Leopardus tilcayo at Senda Verde Animal Refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. A Leopardus tilcayo at the Senda Verde animal refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. Fernando FacioleA Leopardus tilcayo at Senda Verde Animal Refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. A Leopardus tilcayo at the Senda Verde animal refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. Fernando Faciolecleared for reporting on Paola Nogales's scientific work.A Leopardus tilcayo at the Senda Verde animal refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. Fernando FaciolePaola Nogales explores the high-mountain moist forest of the Yungas region A Leopardus tilcayo at the Senda Verde animal refuge in Bolivia’s Yungas region. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:01:52 GMTThu, 17 Sep 2026 15:01:52 GMTEvan BushMon, 14 Sep 2026 22:07:54 GMTThe move would overturn a 2024 Biden administration rule requiring power plants to control planet-warming emissions.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/epa-repeals-limits-emissions-power-plants-rcna597741https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/epa-repeals-limits-emissions-power-plants-rcna597741Jon CherryImage: Trump Works To Revive US Coal Industry With Pentagon Contracts And Less RegulationThe newly announced policy changes could prevent future administrations from requiring coal and gas power plants to limit planet-warming pollution. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:07:54 GMTMon, 14 Sep 2026 22:07:54 GMTWed, 02 Sep 2026 10:47:31 GMTThe Ocean Race Atlantic is a nearly 3,700-mile race from New York to France where world class athletes sail at high speeds to not only win, but help save the planet. Reporting for Saturday TODAY, NBC’s Angie Lassman heads to New York Harbor to meet members of the four-person crew aboard 11th Hour Racing and learn how they will gather critical information about our oceans in a changing climate.2056-09-02T10:46:35.000+0000tdy_sat_angie_ocean_race_atlantic_260829https://www.today.com/video/inside-the-race-across-the-atlantic-that-is-helping-save-the-planet-269199429917Meet the Crew Set to Race Across the Atlantic to Collect Rare DataThe Ocean Race Atlantic is a nearly 3,700-mile race from New York to France where world class athletes sail at high speeds to not only win, but help save the planet. Reporting for Saturday TODAY, NBC’s Angie Lassman heads to New York Harbor to meet members of the four-person crew aboard 11th Hour Racing and learn how they will gather critical information about our oceans in a changing climate.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:46:30 GMTWed, 02 Sep 2026 10:47:31 GMTSat, 29 Aug 2026 02:10:02 GMTNBC News' Gadi Schwartz speaks with NASA administrator Jared Isaacman about the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope launch, the Artemis III launch in 2027, and SpaceX's new Louisiana Starbase.2056-08-29T02:08:48.000+0000now_staytuned_jared_isaacman_nasa_260828https://www.nbcnews.com/video/nasa-administrator-explains-how-roman-telescope-will-change-understanding-of-the-universe-269041733852NASA administrator explains how Roman Telescope will change understanding of the universe NBC News' Gadi Schwartz speaks with NASA administrator Jared Isaacman about the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope launch, the Artemis III launch in 2027, and SpaceX's new Louisiana Starbase.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:08:43 GMTSat, 29 Aug 2026 02:10:02 GMTSat, 29 Aug 2026 01:01:33 GMTThese $30-an-hour humanoid robots are cleaning homes in San Francisco, tackling tasks like mopping floors, tidying rooms and cleaning kitchens. NBC News' Tom Llamas speaks with Tau Robotics CEO and co-founder Alexander Koch about how the robots work and the challenges of making them fully A.I. powered.2056-08-29T01:00:17.000+0000now_topstory_humanoid_robots_cleaning_260828https://www.nbcnews.com/video/humanoid-robots-cleaning-homes-for-30-an-hour-269041733517Meet the humanoid robots cleaning homes for $30 an hourThese $30-an-hour humanoid robots are cleaning homes in San Francisco, tackling tasks like mopping floors, tidying rooms and cleaning kitchens. NBC News' Tom Llamas speaks with Tau Robotics CEO and co-founder Alexander Koch about how the robots work and the challenges of making them fully A.I. powered.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:00:11 GMTSat, 29 Aug 2026 01:01:33 GMTWed, 26 Aug 2026 01:48:41 GMTSpaceX's Elon Musk plans to build new Starship launchpads in Louisiana, replacing sections of marshland as part of a major spaceport project. Space journalist Kristin Fisher talks with NBC News' Gadi Schwartz about the plans.2056-08-26T01:47:29.000+0000now_staytuned_spacex_elonmusk_starbase_260825https://www.nbcnews.com/video/spacex-wants-to-turn-louisiana-marshland-into-a-starship-hub-268866629512SpaceX wants to turn Louisiana marshland into a Starship hubSpaceX's Elon Musk plans to build new Starship launchpads in Louisiana, replacing sections of marshland as part of a major spaceport project. Space journalist Kristin Fisher talks with NBC News' Gadi Schwartz about the plans.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:47:26 GMTWed, 26 Aug 2026 01:48:41 GMTWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:27:56 GMTThe World Robot Conference in Beijing provides an opportunity for China’s robot makers to display their innovations and convince investors of the real-world potential for the technology.2056-08-19T21:27:08.000+0000f_tov_lon_robotsboxing_260819https://www.nbcnews.com/video/kickboxing-robots-showcase-skills-at-beijing-tech-show-268551237779Humanoid robots showcase kickboxing skills at Beijing tech showThe World Robot Conference in Beijing provides an opportunity for China’s robot makers to display their innovations and convince investors of the real-world potential for the technology.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:08:25 GMTWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:27:56 GMTLiz KreutzDenise ChowShanshan DongWed, 09 Sep 2026 22:43:07 GMTMany residents of Kauai are without power and face extensive destruction after Hurricane Lowell lashed the island with rain, flooding and strong winds.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/hurricanes/hurricane-lowell-flooding-destruction-hawaii-kauai-rcna596804https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/hurricanes/hurricane-lowell-flooding-destruction-hawaii-kauai-rcna596804Guy MillerPeople walk past a damaged roadPeople walk past damage caused by Hurricane Lowell on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026 in Poʻipū on Kauaʻi's south shore, in Hawaii. Michelle BirTOPSHOT-US-CLIMATE-HURRICANE-WEATHERPalm trees bend from strong winds as an CH-47 Chinook helicopter flies over Barbers Point in Kapolei, Hawaii, on September 7, 2026. Guy MillerThe interior of a house with debris and damaged windowsWind and storm surge damaged homes and other structures in the hurricane's path.Kevin FujiiDowned power lines caused by Hurricane Lowell are seen across a road as police cars are parkedDowned power lines caused by Hurricane Lowell in Poʻipū on Tuesday.Guy MillerA damaged piano is seen in front of a house on a muddy street as people walk byHurricane Lowell came after Hurricane Lala hit Hawaii in August.Hawaii Department of Transportation via ReutersAftermath of hurricane Lowell, in Maui, Hawaii.Lowell has weakened to a tropical storm and continues to move away from Hawaii.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:43:07 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 13:46:32 GMTDavid K. LiFri, 04 Sep 2026 16:40:04 GMTA New Hampshire man, at death’s door 1 ½ years ago, said Friday he could now have “decades” left after surviving a record 271 days with a transplanted pig kidney — in a procedure that could offer new hope to countless other patients.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pig-kidney-works-record-271-days-body-surviving-american-rcna596101https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pig-kidney-works-record-271-days-body-surviving-american-rcna596101Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:40:04 GMTFri, 04 Sep 2026 20:33:27 GMTDenise ChowFri, 04 Sep 2026 15:56:21 GMTThree hurricanes — Karina, Lowell and Marie — are churning in the Pacific Ocean, a high level of activity that climate scientists say is on brand for El Niño.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/storms/hurricanes-forecast-path-pacific-affect-hawaii-el-nino-rcna595929https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/storms/hurricanes-forecast-path-pacific-affect-hawaii-el-nino-rcna595929NOAASatellite image of Sept 3, 2026.Satellite image of Hurricanes Lowell (left), Karina (center) and Marie (right) on Thursday.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:56:21 GMTFri, 04 Sep 2026 15:56:21 GMTEvan BushTue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTCalifornia is poised to become the first U.S. state to set standards for testing and remediation for smoke contamination from wildfires, with a pair of bills passed Monday.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/california-wildfire-smoke-standards-bill-contamination-homes-rcna595507https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/california-wildfire-smoke-standards-bill-contamination-homes-rcna595507Eric ThayerFire crews battle the Eaton FireThe insurance industry opposed the legislation but said the final bills represent a step forward toward clearer guidance on smoke-related claims.Mark J. TerrillBeach front properties are left destroyed The insurance industry opposed the legislation but said the final bills represent a step forward toward clearer guidance on smoke-related claims.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTTue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTDenise ChowSat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:40 GMTThe Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is expected to survey hundreds of millions of stars and billions of galaxies. Its findings could unlock clues about dark energy and dark matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-space-telescope-launch-nancy-grace-roman-rcna593182https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-space-telescope-launch-nancy-grace-roman-rcna593182Paul HennessyNancy Grace Roman.NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope lifts off at the Kennedy Space Center aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket on Aug. 30, 2026, in Cape Canaveral, Fla.SpaceXNASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket at Kennedy Space Center, Fla., on Saturday.NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket at Kennedy Space Center, Fla., on Saturday.John KrausA SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket with NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Telescope on board launches Sunday from Kennedy Space Center.A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket with NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Telescope on board launches Sunday from Kennedy Space Center.Jason Andrews for NBC NewsScientists in a cherry picker observe the top of the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope at NASA Goddard Space Center in Greenbelt, Md. on May 22.The $4.3 billion mission has been under development for nearly two decades and was set to launch nine months ahead of schedule.Jason Andrew for NBC NewsNancy Grace Roman TelescopeThough the Roman telescope is often compared to Hubble, which launched in 1990 and has captured some of the most dramatic and memorable views of the cosmos, Roman’s capabilities far outpace its predecessor’s.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:40 GMTSun, 30 Aug 2026 12:48:15 GMTDenise ChowWed, 26 Aug 2026 23:09:57 GMTEarth’s shadow will appear reddish orange on the lunar surface — the reason a lunar eclipse is also known as a “blood moon.”2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/lunar-eclipse-2026-blood-moon-after-solar-eclipse-when-watch-rcna594576https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/lunar-eclipse-2026-blood-moon-after-solar-eclipse-when-watch-rcna594576Shen JunfengBlood Moon Observed Across ChinaA total lunar eclipse casts a "blood moon" over the night sky in Jiujiang, China, in September. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:09:57 GMTThu, 27 Aug 2026 13:15:55 GMTDenise ChowWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:54:34 GMTNASA had hoped to prevent its Swift observatory from breaking apart in Earth’s atmosphere. But the spacecraft tasked with the rescue hit problems.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-swift-space-telescope-boost-mission-fails-rcna593421https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-swift-space-telescope-boost-mission-fails-rcna593421NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Conceptual Image LabNASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, shown in this artist’s concept, has orbited Earth for more than 20 years, studying the ever-changing universe.NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, shown in an artist’s concept, has orbited Earth for more than 20 years, studying the ever-changing universe.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:54:34 GMTWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:54:34 GMTDenise ChowTue, 18 Aug 2026 22:15:26 GMTA defunct part of a Falcon 9 rocket crashed into the moon uncontrolled this month at an estimated 5,400 mph. Now NASA has photos.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-images-moon-crater-spacex-rocket-crash-rcna593224https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/nasa-images-moon-crater-spacex-rocket-crash-rcna593224NASA Goddard/Intuitive MachinesThis is an animated before-and-after view of the crater formed after a Falcon 9 upper stage struck the Moon’s surface An animated before-and-after view of the crater formed when a Falcon 9 upper stage struck the moon’s surface on Aug. 5. NASA Goddard/Intuitive MachinesCollected Aug. 11 and 12 by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, these images were taken from different angles, with the lighting from the sun gradually changing. Each image shows an area of the moon about 1,000 feet wide.An animated before-and-after view of the crater formed when a Falcon 9 upper stage struck the moon’s surface on Aug. 5. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:15:26 GMTTue, 18 Aug 2026 22:15:26 GMTDenise ChowTue, 11 Aug 2026 18:53:29 GMTThe Perseids’ peak coincides with another highly anticipated celestial event: a total solar eclipse that will be visible in parts of Europe.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/perseid-meteor-shower-solar-eclipse-time-watch-where-visible-rcna591924https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/perseid-meteor-shower-solar-eclipse-time-watch-where-visible-rcna591924Daniel ReinhardtA shooting star from the Perseid meteor shower streaks across the night sky and falls behind the silhouette of a tree against the backdrop of the Milky WayA shooting star from the Perseid meteor shower streaks across the night sky against the backdrop of the Milky Way, as seen in Schleswig-Holstein, Dahmeshöved, Germany, on Sunday.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:53:29 GMTTue, 11 Aug 2026 18:53:29 GMTDenise ChowMon, 10 Aug 2026 20:13:25 GMTNOAA’s report said last month was not only the warmest July but also the warmest month in the agency’s 132 years of record-keeping.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/us-just-hottest-month-record-rcna591771https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/us-just-hottest-month-record-rcna591771Spencer PlattNew York City Celebrates The Fourth Of July With Fireworks And A Parade Of ShipsPeople gather along the boardwalk at Coney Island New York City before a fireworks show on July 4.Anna Rose LaydenA Tribute To America On The National Mall In D.C. Celebrates America's 250thPeople gather along the boardwalk at Coney Island New York City before a fireworks show on July 4.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:13:25 GMTMon, 10 Aug 2026 20:13:25 GMTMatt LavietesSat, 08 Aug 2026 19:35:18 GMTLouisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/louisiana-five-die-flesh-eating-bacteria-rcna591518https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/louisiana-five-die-flesh-eating-bacteria-rcna591518Win McNameeLouisiana beach.The sun rises over the beach in Grand Isle, La.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:35:18 GMTSat, 08 Aug 2026 19:35:18 GMTJean LeeDenise ChowThu, 06 Aug 2026 21:27:34 GMTThe environmental organizations argue a test mission could pave the way for a much larger constellation of satellites in the future.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/environmental-groups-challenge-fcc-approval-startups-plan-beam-demand-rcna591041https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/environmental-groups-challenge-fcc-approval-startups-plan-beam-demand-rcna591041Reflect OrbitalA view of Earth as seen from space.Reflect Orbital’s goal is to provide customers with sunlight whenever it’s needed, without being limited by time of day, geography or infrastructure on the ground.Reflect OrbitalReflect Orbital's Earendil-1 satellite.Reflect Orbital’s goal is to provide customers with sunlight whenever it’s needed, without being limited by time of day, geography or infrastructure on the ground.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:27:34 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 21:27:34 GMTPhil HelselTue, 28 Jul 2026 01:03:17 GMTThe second of two red panda cubs born at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California this summer died over the weekend, the zoo said Monday.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/animal-news/second-two-red-panda-cubs-born-california-zoo-dies-rcna589546https://www.nbcnews.com/news/animal-news/second-two-red-panda-cubs-born-california-zoo-dies-rcna589546Will HuebnerRed panda Ruby at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California.Red panda Ruby at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California.Will HuebnerRed pandas Ruby and cubs in their nest box.Red panda Ruby at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California.Will HuebnerA black and white photograph of a red panda cub resting at Santa Barbara Zoo.Red panda Ruby at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California.Will HuebnerRed pandas Ruby, right and Raj, left Red panda Ruby at the Santa Barbara Zoo in California.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:03:17 GMTTue, 28 Jul 2026 02:15:27 GMTMatt LavietesTue, 07 Jul 2026 14:08:11 GMTHansen was the sole Canadian astronaut to take part in NASA’s Artemis II mission in April.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/world/canada/artemis-ii-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-stepping-full-time-role-rcna353287https://www.nbcnews.com/world/canada/artemis-ii-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-stepping-full-time-role-rcna353287Miguel J. Rodriguez CarrilloNASA and Canadian Space Agency astronauts assigned to the Artemis II mission arrive at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on March 27, 2026, to begin final pre-launch preparations for the first crewed lunar flyby in the Artemis program. Jeremy Hansen at Kennedy Space Center in Florida in March before the Artemis II launch.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:08:11 GMTTue, 07 Jul 2026 14:08:11 GMT