In “The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue,” Mike Tidwell explores the ripple effects of climate change on his suburban block.
The Uncertain and Shifting Future of Ph.D.s in Science
Research funding cuts may lead to shrinking Ph.D. classes, raising concerns about impacts on the science-driven economy.
Research funding cuts may lead to shrinking Ph.D. classes, raising concerns about impacts on the science-driven economy.
Opinion: How ‘The Dawn of Everything’ Speaks to the Current Moment
The 2021 bestseller set out to retell the story of human history. We are only starting to grapple with its message.
The 2021 bestseller set out to retell the story of human history. We are only starting to grapple with its message.
Opinion: Wastewater Plants Could Protect Against PFAS Pollution
Sewage treatment plants have the power to help reduce people’s exposure to PFAS. It’s time they start using it.
Sewage treatment plants have the power to help reduce people’s exposure to PFAS. It’s time they start using it.
When People Hear Voices, but Only When They Want To
An unusual collaboration between scientists and psychics could transform the treatment of auditory hallucinations.
An unusual collaboration between scientists and psychics could transform the treatment of auditory hallucinations.
Decades On, SSRIs Remain Mired in Mystery and Debate
Experts worry MAHA could wage a war on SSRIs. But some researchers have long questioned the drugs’ efficacy.
Experts worry MAHA could wage a war on SSRIs. But some researchers have long questioned the drugs’ efficacy.
Facing Cuts, a Grim Future for America’s HIV Response
Recent years have seen a 12 percent decline in new HIV infections. Cuts to federal funding could upend that progress.
Recent years have seen a 12 percent decline in new HIV infections. Cuts to federal funding could upend that progress.
Opinion: Seeking a Better Alternative to Active-Shooter Drills
Monitoring students’ social media may be a more effective — and less stressful — way to prevent school violence.
Monitoring students’ social media may be a more effective — and less stressful — way to prevent school violence.
Book Review: A Skeptical Look at Grand Designs for the Future
In “More Everything Forever,” Adam Becker unpacks the flaws in the dreams of tech pioneers to reshape the world to come.
In “More Everything Forever,” Adam Becker unpacks the flaws in the dreams of tech pioneers to reshape the world to come.
The Chilling Effect of DEI Crackdowns in Scientific Publishing
Trump’s executive orders are affecting how federally funded journals operate. Some researchers have raised alarms.
Trump’s executive orders are affecting how federally funded journals operate. Some researchers have raised alarms.
‘A New Era’ of Cancer Therapies
Following immunotherapy treatments in the last decade, new therapeutic strategies for cancer are beginning to emerge.
Following immunotherapy treatments in the last decade, new therapeutic strategies for cancer are beginning to emerge.
Book Review: A Clear-Eyed Look at the Risks of ‘Diagnosis Creep’
In “The Age of Diagnosis,” Suzanne O’Sullivan challenges some common assumptions about how we detect and treat disease.
In “The Age of Diagnosis,” Suzanne O’Sullivan challenges some common assumptions about how we detect and treat disease.
Opinion: Forensic Science Faces an Identity Crisis
To avoid bias, should scientists direct evidence collection from a crime scene? Or should they stay removed from it?
To avoid bias, should scientists direct evidence collection from a crime scene? Or should they stay removed from it?
Cannabis Could Be Bad for Your Heart
A new study offers more evidence linking frequent marijuana use to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
A new study offers more evidence linking frequent marijuana use to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
A Burning Question: The Risks of Incinerating Forever Chemicals
PFAS aren’t federally regulated as an air pollutant. Where does that leave concerned citizens?
PFAS aren’t federally regulated as an air pollutant. Where does that leave concerned citizens?
How Science Might Help Keep Wild Places Wild
Recreation researchers are studying how to minimize human impact on public lands while maximizing accessibility.
Recreation researchers are studying how to minimize human impact on public lands while maximizing accessibility.