Science and the Trump Presidency

Priorities at the NIH, the BRAIN Initiative, drug price controls and more initiatives could shift in major ways

In spite of occasional backward lurches, like Trump's election, humanity should keep getting healthier, wealthier, more peaceful and more free.

But leaders from other nations vow to band together to meet emissions targets

Certain congressional actions could help overcome the threat of a Senate filibuster 

The victor’s opinions about 20 subjects, from climate change to public health 

His stunning win took many people in both parties by surprise—and scientists are only beginning to process the possible fallout

But China could push back if U.S. seeks to renege

Five factors behind America’s staggering decision 

Trump victory generates shock, disbelief and fear of funding cuts

Republicans sweep White House and U.S. Congress, with uncertain implications for research

Voters sent some strong signals on marijuana use and assisted suicide

This year's campaign might be the worst yet, but the anger and divisiveness didn't start with Trump and Clinton—and it won't end anytime soon