Natural & Physical Sciences

Botany professor Simon Gilroy launched cotton seeds to the International Space Station, where they will be used in research designed to help scientists understand how to more efficiently grow cotton on Earth.

The online magazine interviews the professor of mathematics about his new book, "Shape," and the story of how he entered his field.

An interest in meteorology at UW-Madison launched a career in ocean science and a strong desire to give back.

Professor of mathematics discusses his latest book, which links geometry to biology, history and even gerrymandering.

As Wisconsin communities deal with increased flooding, Professor of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences explains why it has become necessary.

An accelerating increase in ice melt affects sea level rise, says Professor of Geoscience. "Once you cross this threshold, there's going back."

Astronomy and physics Professor Ellen Zweibel is one of the two UW-Madison faculty members from 2021 honored with membership in the National Academy of Sciences.

Planet Earth is changing. UW’s climate scientists study how much, how fast and whether we can adapt. Here’s an inside look at their world — which is also ours.

Through publishing The Benzine, they're learning to nurture both their inner artist and scientist.