The Science Life

  1. Environment

    Trash researcher tallies ocean pollution

    Marcus Eriksen has always had a thing for trash, and now he tallies ocean pollution.

    By Julia Rosen
  2. Chemistry

    Chemist tackles complex problems with simplicity

    Harvard chemist George Whitesides applies his unique problem-solving philosophy to creating new diagnostic devices for the developing world.

    By Sam Lemonick
  3. Astronomy

    A musician composes a solar soundtrack

    Robert Alexander combines life long passions of both music and astronomy to uncover solar secrets.

    By Christopher Crockett
  4. Genetics

    Molecular biologist honors ancient bones

    After deciphering an ancient skeleton’s genetic secrets, molecular biologist Sarah Anzick helped reinter the remains.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  5. Math

    Father-son mathematicians fold math into fonts

    MIT’s Erik and Martin Demaine create puzzle typefaces to test new ideas.

    By Meghan Rosen
  6. Earth

    Cave detective hunts for clues to past sea level

    By Lucas Laursen
  7. Science & Society

    Researcher rehab

    A project called RePAIR aims to help those who have engaged in misconduct or unprofessional behavior get a second chance.

    By Tina Hesman Saey