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I'm Not Sure Rockets That Return Home Are A Great Idea [VIDEO]

Michelle — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:49:01 +0000

Ever heard of a VTVL vehicle? Me neither. It’s basically a rocket that comes right back home. It stands for “vertical takeoff vertical landing” and this this video demonstrates exactly how it’s supposed to work. I suppose in theory being able to re-use a rocket is a great thing. Those puppies can’t be cheap and [...]

Did NASA's Curiosity Draw a Member on Mars? [PHOTO]

Cole — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:50:19 +0000

Right now, I have at least two dozen jokes running through my head about the penis doodle that now exists on the surface of Mars. An image of the rover’s tracks was posted onto NASA’s own website so it seems legit. Was it an accident or a well calculated maneuver? Inside are five of my [...]

You Can Name a Planet in Outrageous Contest

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:39:27 +0000

Earth, Mars, Neptune – how hard can it possibly be to name a planet? Now’s your chance to find out. A company called Uwingu which aims to raise funds for space exploration is holding a contest to name a planet that currently goes by the rather sci-fi-sounding moniker Alpha Centauri Bb. Because Alpha Centauri Bb, [...]

Taylor Planetarium Set To Reopen This Saturday, March 2

Rich Ledoux — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:40:55 +0000

The Taylor Planetarium will open back up to the public this Saturday, since closing its doors last September to remodel. According to administrators at MSU’s Museum of the Rockies, the newly remodeled planetarium will offer world-class experiences and new educational opportunities to its visitors: The Taylor Planetarium first opened in 1989 with a Digistar 2 [...]

What Will the World Be Like 150 Years From Now? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Cole — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:57:10 +0000

I don't know about you but I'm saddened to think they possibly will not invent flying cars, teleportation, commercial space travel, or healthy fast food in my lifetime. These might be beyond our grasp in the near future but that doesn't mean some other amazing things won't happen.

According to this graphic compiled by BBC Future, we can expect Facebook to fall, AI to grow, a global government, cloning and much more.

Crater From World's Third Largest Asteroid Found In Australia

Mike Adams — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:00:57 +0000

After witnessing some of the damage that a dinner table-sized meteor did last week after crashing into central Russia, imagine the magnitude of destruction that would have occurred if that flaming rock was the length of 18 football fields. Now stop imagining, because scientists say it happened. Scientists recently discovered the impact zone of a [...]

Amazing Science Facts That Will Blow Your Minds [VIDEO]

Cole — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 23:46:51 +0000

You know how every once in a while in school the teacher would say something that really peaked your interest and you ended up thinking, “Why can’t all learning be this much fun?” Here is a 2 minute long video full of information you most assuredly do no know and will do just that! Tell us what [...]

MSU Program Named One Of The 10 Best College Environmental Programs In The U.S. [VIDEO]

Rich Ledoux — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:27:38 +0000

Montana State University’s Sustainable Food and Bioenergy Systems program has been named one of the 10 best college environmental programs in the country by Mother Nature Network. MNN, an online network that promotes environmental and social responsibility, recognized the colleges and universities for incorporating sustainability into the curriculum. Bruce Maxwell, chair of the Campus Sustainability [...]

Quickie Science Moment – What A Can Of Mixed Nuts Looks Like In Space

Michelle — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:01:51 +0000

It’s Monday. Let’s keep things simple. Zero gravity makes everything look cooler, right? Try opening a can of mixed nuts…..they look like they’re crawling around.

New App Lets You Gaze 10 Years Into Your Boozy Future

Donald Deane — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:00:16 +0000

If the threat of blackouts and liver failure isn't enough to turn you into a teetotaler, then this new photo app, which simulates the physical effects of alcohol abuse over a period of 10 years, just might.

Doomsday Asteroid Officially Upgraded in Size

Mike Adams — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:30:30 +0000

An asteroid that scientists said could threaten Earth’s atmosphere in 2036 is now believed to be substantially larger than previously stated. In fact, astronomers currently studying the dreaded, potential doomsday rock say asteroid 'Apophis' has officially been supersized by about

Do You Drink Beer Because You're Addicted to Hops?

Donald Deane — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:00:40 +0000

We’ve always been under the impression that people drink beer because it’s awesome, but a new article suggests that hops addiction may actually be a real thing. Someone should tell these “scientists” that buzz-kills are rude. According to Joe Sixpack, some beer drinkers may experience something called “adaptation” after repeated exposure to hoppy beers. In [...]

Astronauts Wanted for Mission to Mars – No Experience Necessary

Mike Adams — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 20:00:48 +0000

If you've ever dreamed of embarking on a journey to space but never quite felt like you had the chops to hang with the NASA elite, now would be a good time to try to locate an Illudium PU-36 Explosive Space Modulator and a solid pair of moon boots: you just might qualify to go to Mars.

New Deadly Virus Studied By Montana Lab

Associated Press — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 22:47:12 +0000

HAMILTON, Mont. (AP) – Scientists at a western Montana laboratory are teaming with researchers at a university in the Netherlands to determine whether a newly discovered, deadly virus can spread from person to person. The Ravalli Republic reports the new coronavirus was identified when a man died in Saudi Arabia in September. Five others died [...]

What's The Difference In ABO Blood Types? A Bozeman Teacher Explains [VIDEO]

Michelle — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:48:27 +0000

Paul Andersen might be one of the coolest science teachers ever. In addition to being the 2011 Montana Teacher of the Year, he cranks out these cool podcasts on YouTube. This one clearly explains - What's the difference in blood types?

Eyes Up Here, Ladies — Turns Out Women Stare at Other Women More Than We Stare at Them

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:00:13 +0000

We’ll give you a minute to refocus your eyes after gazing at the lovely Christina Hendricks. With us? Good. When it comes to a woman’s curves, men aren’t the only ones who have trouble keeping their eyes up. In fact, a new study suggests that women in relationships are more likely to ogle other ladies [...]

Watch Red Bull Stratos Launch Here [VIDEO]

Michelle — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 12:36:03 +0000

As I type, the Red Bull Stratos launch is on weather hold but here you can watch the live feed of the launch and capsule track. This is gonna be sick.

Did Mars Rover Curiosity Find Ancient Riverbed? [VIDEO]

Michelle — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:42:45 +0000

If you’ve been fascinated by the NASA rover “Curiosity” and the pictures it has been sending back, you’ll be pleased to know it may have actually discovered what it was looking for – proof of water on Mars?

Jupiter Has Shrinkage Because It's Cold [VIDEO]

Michelle — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:58:51 +0000

There are lots of science geeks in our office. You know, the kind that watch The Big Bang Theory. When we stumbled across this video that claims that Jupiter is experiencing shrinkage due to "the cold", we had to share.

Slow Motion Video Of The Cinnamon Challenge [VIDEO]

Michelle — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 02:20:49 +0000

The Slom Mo guys are great. They do all sorts of funny, stupid stuff as many guys their age do...however, Gav and Dan have way better video toys than most dudes. Here, they attempt the world famous (and incredibly stupid) Cinnamon Challenge.