A raindrop is never just a raindrop. Its value changes from friend to enemy, moneymaker to toxin.

What’s the future of books in a digital world?

Professor David Hill explains the sense of taste

Astronomy professor Edward M. Murphy (Grad '93, '96) knows how the universe began. He also has a pretty good idea of how it will end.

During the month of August, it cost $21,769.85 just to cool Newcomb Hall. The University is making eye-opening numbers like these available on its online “Building Dashboard,” which displays energy use in Newcomb Hall.

How a film score tells the emotional story of a movie. Plus playlists for your next event.

Public speaking doesn't have to be scary. Judith Reagan's class helps you overcome your fears.

Susan Stone believes that the quality of your life depends on where you focus your attention.

While health policy is a matter of national debate, making sure you get good health care sometimes requires little more than common sense—and speaking up.

For those of us who fear that all our efforts to raise our children to be bright, polite and responsible have failed miserably, Peter Sheras has a message: Don’t give up.

Athletic trainer Ethan Saliba (Grad '86, '97) discusses advances in sports medicine and how to put together an effective (and safe) exercise program.

Kelsey Johnson discusses her research in the astrophysics surrounding star clusters.