Scientific American rates the candidates' answers to 14 science questions
The United States faced down authoritarian governments on the left and right. Now it may be facing an even greater challenge from within
What if the smallest bits of matter actually harbor an undiscovered world of particles?
Loss of ice, melting of permafrost and other climate effects are occurring at an alarming pace
Recent fossil discoveries reveal the surprising evolutionary history of penguins
Quantum theory once seemed like the last nail in the coffin of pure reason. Now it's looking like its savior
Biologists have coaxed cells to form a retina, a step toward growing replacement organs outside the body
Children of scientists and engineers may inherit genes that not only confer intellectual talents but also predispose them to autism
Election 2012: The Science Perspective
As the U.S. presidential campaign kicks into high gear, we provide news and analysis about the candidates’ statements and track records on science, technology, the environment and health care.
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Reward: $100,000 USD
The Geoffrey Beene Foundation Alzheimer’s Initiative (GBFAI) is launching the 2013 Geoffrey Beene Global NeuroDiscovery Challenge whose
Deadline: Jul 25 2013
Reward: Varies
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