Scientists Are Becoming More Politically Engaged
Here’s what that means beyond the 2020 elections
Opinion
The Scientific Benefits of Social Distancing
Avoiding too much direct contact with colleagues can lead to more independent thinking
Distrust Authorities, Including Me
The presidential election and pandemic have highlighted the fallibility of experts, but that doesn’t mean we should dismiss them all
We Need a National Institute of Climate Change and Health
The NIH has a budget of over $40 billion—but spends a measly $9 million on this looming public health emergency
If It Smells like Dirt, Fire Ants Are Interested
For these swarming, stinging insects it’s the aroma of home sweet home
Coronavirus News Roundup, November 14-November 20
Pandemic highlights for the week
Deep Frozen Arctic Microbes Are Waking Up
Thawing permafrost is releasing microorganisms, with consequences that are still largely unknown
Your Tears Might Save Your Life Someday
They could ultimately be used to find diseases the way blood tests do now—but cheaper and more easily
What Does a Guilty Brain Look Like?
Behavioral biomarkers and the new science of neuroprediction
Four Years after Science Took a Hit, There’s Hope
But 500 Women Scientists, formed in the aftermath of Trump’s 2016 election, still has plenty of work to do
