Interactive Features81 articles archived since 1845

A Cosmic Map of the Exoplanets [Interactive]

An interactive graphic charts the location and distance to 861 known exoplanets, highlighting those that might hold life

The World's Best Countries in Science [Interactive]

What makes one country better than another in science?

The Flavor Connection [Interactive]

Scientists link common flavor compounds across the world's favorite ingredients

The Elements Revealed: An Interactive Periodic Table

Gas, liquid or solid, radioactive or stable, reactive or inert, toxic or innocuous, see what makes your favorite element unique

A History of Limb Lengthening [Timeline]

A Russian procedure developed in the 1950s gave those with crippling disabilities hope--if they could handle the pain

Will Swimsuit Controversy Rise Again? [Timeline]

Arguments over whether high-tech attire gives swimmers an unfair advantage have been waged for 80 years

How Movie Recommendation Systems Work [Interactive]

Need something to watch? Automated machine-learning systems break movies apart to help you find the best films

Quiz: How Nice Are You?

Answer these 10 simple questions to find out if you benefit from being highly agreeable

How Large Stars Die [Animation]

Explore the Human Microbiome [Interactive]

Learn about the bacteria, fungi and other micro-organisms that maintain human health.