Science & Society

  1. Genetics

    Can DNA predict a face?

    DNA-based facial sketches are moving into the crime-solving arena. With current science, predictions of some features are better than others.

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  2. Earth

    Pioneering geologist sought to demystify volcanic eruptions

    In The Last Volcano, a geologist profiles Thomas Jaggar, one of the 20th century’s most influential volcanologists.

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  3. Science & Society

    Genetically modified salmon gets approval in U.S.

    Fast-growing salmon become first genetically engineered animals approved for human consumption.

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  4. Science & Society

    The vagus is the nerve to know

    The nervous system's meandering superhighway has the potential to lead researchers treatments for myriad health conditions.

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  5. Planetary Science

    Bright minds, antineutrinos and more reader feedback

    In the November 28, 2015, issue of Science News, readers discussed humanizing science, frog mating calls, antineurtrinos and Martian dust storms.

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  6. Psychology

    Caffeine gives cocaine an addictive boost

    Not only is it popular to “cut” cocaine with caffeine, the combination might be more addictive.

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  7. Climate

    Geoengineering is world’s last hope, new book argues

    Geoengineering is humankind’s only viable solution to curb climate change impacts, a journalist contends in The Planet Remade.

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  8. Chemistry

    Tricky element isolated from spent nuclear fuel

    A new chemical technique makes it easier to extract the radioactive element americium from used nuclear fuel, potentially paving the way for better ways to reprocess and recycle nuclear waste.

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  9. Science & Society

    Scientists find the intrigue in Earth’s dullest times

    New methods, coupled with new attitudes, are revising ideas about Earth's boring billion.

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  10. Science & Society

    Quantum spookiness, magnetic mysteries and more feedback

    Letters and comments from readers on quantum spookiness, Earth's magnetic field, and more.

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  11. Science & Society

    ‘Failure’ explores errors’ upsides

    Missteps are a must in science, biologist argues in new book.

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  12. Psychology

    No, cheese is not just like crack

    Recent news reports claimed that a study shows cheese is addictive. But the facts behind the research show cheese and crack have little in common.

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