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Junchang Lü was is one of the most important dinosaur researchers of the past half century
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The IPCC’s scary new report could finally stir us to take action on climate change
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Unlocking the "Mystery" of Consciousness
Explaining it requires neither supernatural intervention nor any new fundamental physics
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Keeping Women Safe Is a Radical Act
Confronting rampant misogyny and abuse is crucial in science and beyond
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Acceptance is key to the well-being and authenticity of introverts
What It Means When Scientists Disagree
Often, there’s an underlying divergence about what aspect of a theory matters most
Why Do Computers Use So Much Energy?
It’s possible they could be vastly more efficient, but for that to happen we need to better understand the thermodynamics of computing
Living with Fire in Northern California
A wave of conflagrations has altered both the land and human psyches
The Danger of Seeing Breaks as a Form of Giving Up
Taking time to step away from a problem may be the cognitive kick you need for a solution
Why Has America Been Such a Magnet for Immigrant Scientists?
The answer lies in a culture that rewards excellence and has not historically imposed restrictions based on prior connections, social status, ethnicity or national origin
Don't Brag about Your Large Brain, Pres. Trump
Neandertals and other extinct hominin species had big brains, too. It’s not a sign of intelligence
A Very Unsual Tsunami: The 2018 Sulawesi Earthquake
"There was no time to save ourselves," survivor Dwi Haris said. The story behind the quake and tsunami no one could outrun
Has Your Health Insurance Really Got You Covered?
When it comes to making sure patients take their medications as prescribed, the answer is no
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