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Patapsco Dam Removal Brings Herring Back Upstream

Patapsco Dam Removal Brings Herring Back Upstream

Biologists found river herring above the former Bloede Dam near Baltimore for the first time in decades after its 2018 removal.

Live Poll

Should the government keep spending money to remove old dams for fish?


Environmental

Environmental

Mr. Trash Wheel Sets Monthly Record in Baltimore

The interceptor removed 63.3 tons of debris from the Jones Falls in April 2026 to reach a new world record.


Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Harvard Professor Receives KY Cha Reproductive Award

David Pepin earns the 13th annual honor for his research on ovarian aging and hormone production.

Harvard Professor Receives KY Cha Reproductive Award

Nuclear

Live Poll

Should government agencies fund the long-term preservation of historic civilian vessels?

Nuclear

NRC to Terminate NS Savannah License in 2026

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will end the historic vessel's license by the end of 2026, putting it at risk of being scrapped.

NRC to Terminate NS Savannah License in 2026

Physics

Live Poll

Do you believe major scientific breakthroughs are more often the result of teamwork than individual genius?

Physics

Peter Agre Recounted Aquaporin Discovery in Baltimore

The Nobel laureate discussed the history of water channel research at a recent postdoctoral event in Baltimore.

Peter Agre Recounted Aquaporin Discovery in Baltimore

Space

Space

NASA Astronaut Visited M&T Bank Stadium

Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman engaged with Baltimore fans during the Ravens game.

NASA Astronaut Visited M&T Bank Stadium