Column

  1. Why aren’t we listening to what science is telling us?

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses how the last century of climate science has mapped our understanding of today's climate crisis and solutions.

    By Nancy Shute

  2. Computing has changed everything. What next?

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the last century's extraordinary advances in computing, and what they might mean for the future

    By Nancy Shute

  3. How machines help us decipher our genes

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the evolution of the Human Genome Project.

    By Nancy Shute
  4. Science & Society

    Here are the Top 10 science anniversaries of 2022

    Insulin to treat diabetes, the slide rule and the birthdays of Gregor Mendel and Louis Pasteur make the list.

    By Tom Siegfried

  5. It’s time to manage elite expectations

    Features Editor Cori Vanchieri provides insight into our coverage of mental health in elite athletes.

    By Cori Vanchieri

  6. Science explores the nature of time and space

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses how science tries to make sense of time and space.

    By Nancy Shute

  7. The triumph and fallibility of science in a historic year

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the last year in science, including lessons we've learned about COVID-19, human evolution and amazing animal feats.

    By Nancy Shute

  8. Rethinking psychedelics and mental health

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the growing scientific interest in psychedelics as a treatment for mental health problems such as depression and PTSD

    By Nancy Shute

  9. How analogies can make complex science clear

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses how analogies can help break down complex science concepts, such as a new particle accelerator that will search for rare isotopes.

    By Nancy Shute

  10. Looking back on science can refocus our attention

    Special projects editor Elizabeth Quill shares her thoughts on how the history of science can help us sharpen our focus on its future.

    By Elizabeth Quill

  11. Good things come to astronomers who wait

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the long-awaited launch of the James Webb Space Telescope and an update on our SN 10: Scientists to Watch.

    By Nancy Shute
  12. Science & Society

    The Top 10 scientific surprises of Science News’ first 100 years

    In the 100 years since Science News started reporting on it, science has offered up plenty of unexpected discoveries.

    By Tom Siegfried