we can all agree that the perfectly crafted science jokes can be out of this world—and when it comes to space puns, in particular, we mean that quite literally! Sometimes, all it takes to cure ...

To investigate the power of audience laughter, researchers subjected 72 adults to 40 really bad, so-called “dad jokes.” The jokes were either presented with no laughter, followed by a short ...

The difference could be down to the fact that neurotypical adults think “dad jokes” are uncool or childish and as a result may choose not to laugh. Scientists say this suggests that comedy and ...

a well-placed joke is a valuable tool for capturing public attention and building trust. Scientists, however, are much more reluctant to use humor when engaging in science communication.