The year 2024 has seen remarkable achievements in science, including groundbreaking developments in space travel, brain research, and conservation efforts. Notable highlights include Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully capturing a rocket using ‘chopsticks’ technology, the mapping of a fruit fly’s brain revealing intricate cellular connections, and the accidental discovery of a lost Mayan city. Additionally, scientists celebrated the world’s first IVF pregnancy in rhinos and positive findings on conservation measures. The year also featured a breathtaking total solar eclipse across North America, showcasing the wonders of the natural world.