Science & Society

  1. Chemistry

    Movie viewers’ exhaled chemicals tell if scene is funny, scary

    Changes in trace gases exhaled by movie audiences could point the way to a subtle form of human communication.

    By Cassie Martin
  2. Environment

    Bikini Atoll radiation levels remain alarmingly high

    Lingering radiation levels from nuclear bomb tests on Bikini Atoll are far higher than previously estimated.

    By Thomas Sumner
  3. Science & Society

    Francis Crick’s good luck revolutionized biology

    Francis Crick, born 100 years ago, chose to study molecular biology first and then later tackled consciousness.

    By Tom Siegfried
  4. Science & Society

    Science fairs offer top students a grand stage

    Editor in chief Eva Emerson discusses the value of science communication for students.

    By Eva Emerson
  5. Science & Society

    Biologist Kate Rubins’ big dream takes her to the space station

    Molecular biologist Kate Rubins led a 14-person virology lab before becoming an astronaut. She heads to the International Space Station on June 24.

    By Siri Carpenter
  6. Earth

    Pioneering geophysicist’s theory of peak oil still debated

    The life of geophysicist Marion King Hubbert, creator of the “peak oil” prediction, was intertwined with the politics and science of the oil industry.

    By Thomas Sumner
  7. Science & Society

    Regeneron is new sponsor of Science Talent Search

    As new sponsor of the Science Talent Search, Regeneron will give $100 million over 10 years to support the prestigious science fair and its outreach efforts.

    By Eva Emerson
  8. Life

    Women in sports are often underrepresented in science

    More and more women are taking up recreational and competitive sports. But when it comes to exercise science, the studies don’t reflect that trend.

    By Bethany Brookshire
  9. Agriculture

    New analysis: Genetically engineered foods not a health risk

    No real evidence for health or environmental dangers of GE crops.

    By Meghan Rosen
  10. Tech

    High-fashion goes high-tech in ‘#techstyle’

    ‘#techstyle,’ an exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, considers how technological innovations such as 3-D printing are influencing fashion.

    By Rachel Ehrenberg
  11. Science & Society

    Gun research faces roadblocks and a dearth of data

    Gun violence research is stifled by funding shortfalls and limitations on data access.

    By Meghan Rosen
  12. Science & Society

    Scientific evidence should inform politicized debates

    Our editor in chief discusses science's role in informing divisive political and social issues.

    By Eva Emerson