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A new study finds that when people engage in participatory science activities that involve awe-inspiring natural phenomena, such as an eclipse, they more closely identify with science and feel a ...

Your class is on a hike when suddenly a thunderstorm develops. What can you do to make sure your class stays safe no matter what the weather? Join Smithsonian educators, who will explore phenomenon ...

Time rarely feels neutral. A quiet walk in the woods can stretch a single hour into something spacious and restorative, while a terrifying near‑miss on the highway can make a few seconds feel like ...