These scientific feats set new records in 2024

Noteworthy findings include jumbo black hole jets, an ultrapetite frog and more

Illustration of an asteroid hitting Antarctica

Bits of rock in Antarctica suggest an asteroid disintegrated over the icy continent roughly 2.5 million years ago.  

Mark A. Garlick/markgarlick.com 

2024 was studded with record-setting scientific discoveries.