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 ...

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.

the performers — several of whom were scientists or science enthusiasts — incorporated a variety of science jokes into their stand-up comedy sets, with topics ranging from climate change to high-level ...