No Longer Science Fiction: Data Encoded In DNA
Game-changing research just published in Science.. Geneticists at Harvard have encoded an entire book into DNA: Biology’s databank, DNA has …
After Fukushima, Generations of Abnormal Butterflies In Japan
A sad, but fascinating scientific report in the journal Nature describes the physiological and genetic damage observed in generations of …
What Water Crisis?
I often write about what I consider to be the most significant challenge of the 21st century: the looming water …
Culture of Science
Some curious stipulations lead me to say goodbye to Wired. Three other communities have graciously offered invitations, but after touring …
Under The Microscope: Feminism, Scientists and Sexiness
Earlier this year Nicholas Kristof wondered aloud (via twitter), “Why are most pundits men?” In another context, we might ask …