Simulations
'This All Seems Kinda Illegal': Watch Scientists Emerge From A Year On Fake Mars
A snapshot of the moment when scientists emerged from their habitat atop Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano, courtesy of the directors of "Red Heaven," a new film about the mission.
Radiation From Ancient Supernovae May Have Given Evolution an Astrophysical Push
High-energy cosmic rays mean an increase in cellular mutations, for good and bad.
In Total Extreme Wrestling, You Can Write Pro Wrestling’s Past and Present
Total Extreme Wrestling’s community thrives dedicates time and energy for one goal—being able to tell their own story and rewrite history.
This 'Sims'-Like Software Models Real Workplaces With More Women
A group of consultants wants to help companies achieve gender balance through complex computer modeling.
When Your Day Job Is Also Your Favorite Video Game
Meet the people who play games that resemble their 9-to-5s.
The $4 Billion Scheme to Recreate the Moon in Coachella
Companies like Disney spend $4 billion on entertainment complexes, usually with the benefit of already owning billion-dollar movie franchises. How could any entrepreneur hope to compete?
This Disaster Simulator Prepares Tokyoites for the Next Big Earthquake
The threat of earthquakes is so high in Japan that preparation is key.
'Human Computation' Could Save the World Without the Risks of AI
Together, humans and machines are already smarter than the future of AI—without the existential threat posed by the singularity.
This Simulated Injury Spurts Blood for Science
Researchers are making virtual wounds to train future trauma surgeons.
Scared of Public Speaking? This Audience Simulator Makes You Face Your Fear
A virtual audience in London cheers and jeers anxious performers in practice.
Now's Your Chance to Make a Home Hologram
Voxiebox is looking for developers to make simulations and games.