Our Top 10 Science Stories of 2022

This year, our stories covered news in science from Neanderthals to droughts to King Tut. Here are our top science stories of 2022.

By Monica Cull
Dec 19, 2022 3:00 PMDec 21, 2022 3:35 PM
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The year 2022 was an incredible time for science. We witnessed the unveiling of the first James Webb Space Telescope photos and the discovery of a mummified baby woolly mammoth. Just recently in Dec. 2022, we even had a breakthrough in nuclear fusion that will hopefully create clean energy. As we look back on this scientific year, we wanted to share the top 10 science stories for Discover Magazine.

1. 8 Do's and Don'ts for Communicating with Your Cat

(Credit: Creative Cat Studio/Shutterstock)

Cats are more than pets; they're members of our family — unless you're a dog person. They're complex creatures and don't respond well to scolding or, contrary to what you might think, the use of laser pointers. Regardless, it's wise to know what you're getting into if you decide to adopt a cat into your home. 

2. What Do Scientists Know About Vitamin D and Cancer?

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