Editor's Note

  1. Science & Society

    The science of us

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute introduces a new social sciences column that explores what it means to be human.

    By Nancy Shute

  2. Science behind the scenes

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the fascinating world of constructed languages, our behind-the-scenes look at a vast science museum collection, and how some mathematicians are embracing AI to check complex proofs.

    By Nancy Shute

  3. Science and armed conflict

    Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses how science and armed conflict have been intertwined throughout history, from the Greeks in 400 B.C. to the use of tear gas in the protests across the United States as recently as a few months ago.