Editor's Note
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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.
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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
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How machines help us decipher our genes
Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the evolution of the Human Genome Project.
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It’s time to manage elite expectations
Features Editor Cori Vanchieri provides insight into our coverage of mental health in elite athletes.
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Science explores the nature of time and space
Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses how science tries to make sense of time and space.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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What can science tell us about living a good life?
Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses what science can tell us about finding fulfillment, even in disastrous times
