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This Giant Plant Looks Like Raw Meat and Smells Like Dead Rat

With rows of Dr. Seuss-like flowers hidden deep inside, the corpse flower plays dead to lure some unusual pollinators. Our new Deep Look!

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Why Sexual Harassment Victims Often Can't Just 'Get Over It'

Workplace sexual harassment can bring about long-term changes in women's health, by affecting how the body processes stress.

What Happens When #MeToo Stories Reignite Old Trauma

A look at how a traumatic event may come back to haunt you, and what you can do about it.

This Moment on Earth: Because Climate Change is Everyone's Story

We want to hear from you about how you experience climate change — emotionally, intellectually, even physically. Join us as we explore This Moment on Earth together.

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Lunar Jackpot: Full Moon-Super-Blue-Eclipse

progression of moon during lunar eclipse

On January 31st we will experience a Total Lunar Eclipse —that is also a Super Moon, and a Blue Moon. Mark your calendars!

Another Reason Why You Still Need a Flu Shot This Year

A new study finds it doesn't take someone coughing or sneezing near you — just breathing may be enough.

EVENT: Curious Contraptions at the Exploratorium

Explore small, surreal worlds in this temporary exhibition of the charming, often hilarious mechanical sculptures known as automata.

Support of KQED Science is provided by the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation, the Dirk and Charlene Kabcenell Foundation, the Vadasz Family Foundation, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, and the members of KQED.