Evolution
Ancient DNA Yields New Clues to Dead Sea Scrolls
A sensitive genetic fingerprinting technique could help scholars learn more from thousands of fragile parchment fragments
Stories by Josie Glausiusz
Behavior & Society
A Passion for Beetles (and Spiders) in the Time of Coronavirus
Although schools are closed for now, nature is still open for exploration and learning
Policy & Ethics
The Headless, Legless Pregnancy Bump
Images featured in stories about childbearing almost inevitably leave out the rest of a woman’s body, and it’s dehumanizing
Policy & Ethics
What Happens When You Read Science Writing by Women
Redressing an imbalance of attention reveals a dazzling variety of journalism
Medical & Biotech
A Simple Blood Test Could Detect a Deadly Disorder in Pregnant Women
Preeclampsia can be treated, yet screenings are out of reach for many women
Policy & Ethics
"Elderly Woman" Is Not a Synonym for "Clueless Person"
Yet somehow that's often who we're asked to imagine we're aiming at when trying to simplify complex ideas
Behavior & Society
Living in an Imaginary World
Daydreaming can help solve problems, trigger creativity, and inspire great works of art and science. When it becomes compulsive, however, the consequences can be dire
Mind
Living in an Imaginary World
Daydreaming can help solve problems, trigger creativity, and inspire great works of art and science. When it becomes compulsive, however, the consequences can be dire
Sustainability
Environmental Concerns Reach Fever Pitch over Plan to Link Red Sea to Dead Sea
Controversies linger over the drinking water project's impact, which could result in hard-to-manage algal blooms or gypsum crystals in the Dead Sea
Mind
Living in a Dream World: The Role of Daydreaming in Problem-Solving and Creativity
Daydreaming can help solve problems, trigger creativity, and inspire great works of art and science. When it becomes compulsive, however, the consequences can be dire
Mind
The Hidden Power of Scent
Far from being a weak and unimportant sense, our odor-detecting ability is surprisingly acute and shapes our social interactions in ways we do not consciously realize
