Visualizing the Relationship Between Cancer and Lifespan

New research links mutation rates and lifespan. We visualize the data supporting this new framework for understanding cancer. Read more

Is it Possible to Bring Back Extinct Animal Species?

This graphic provides an introduction to de-extinction, a field of biology focused on reviving extinct animal species. Read more

Animated Map: Where to Find Water on Mars

This new planet-wide animated map, based on a decade of space agency research, shows where water can be found on Mars. Read more

Visualized: The Many Shapes of Bacteria

We introduce the visual diversity of bacteria and illustrate how they are categorized by appearance—from a single cell to an entire colony. Read more

Visualizing the Evolution of Vision and the Eye

The eye is one of the most complex organs in biology. We illustrate its evolution from a simple photoreceptor cell to a complex structure. Read more

Visualizing the Composition of Blood

Despite its simple appearance, blood is made up of many microscopic elements. This infographic visualizes the composition of blood. Read more

Visualized: How Snowflakes are Formed

Snowflakes are ice crystals that are beautifully diverse and mysteriously symmetrical. We show what controls their intricate designs. Read more

Timeline: The Most Important Science Headlines of 2022

Join us as we look back at some of the most exciting, inspiring, and biggest science stories that made headlines in 2022. Read more

Ranked: Biotoxins in Nature, by Lethal Dose

The world can be a poisonous place. We look at a number of different biotoxins found in the natural world and rank their toxicity. Read more

How the Russian Invasion of Ukraine Impacts Science and Academia

What is the impact of war on science and academia? We examine how nations and the scientific community have responded to the conflict Read more