The Sciences
Learning on the Back of an Envelope
Simple calculations can help demystify anything from geologic time to family budgets
Budding Scientist
Everything you always wanted to know about raising science-literate kids
Cognition
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
Natural Disasters
From Phone Books to Smart Phones: How Hurricane Preparedness Has Changed Since Hugo
Emergency response shifted with the technology available to scientists and citizens alike
Computing
Bringing Esports to the Land of Letter Jackets
Expanding the youth sports landscape with the North America Scholastic Esports Federation
Behavior
For the Love of Science Fiction
Because books with spaceships can be about so much more than just spaceships
Behavior
Lifelong Learning in Unexpected Places
Perspective can be the difference between seeing a burden or an opportunity
Electronics
Forcefully Unplugged
Temporary reminders of the invisible technology in our daily lives
The Sciences
Math for America's Summer Think
Embracing shared identity, community and a chance to pursue excellence in teaching
Culture
Finding Your Own Way to Put the "A" in STEAM
Combining art and STEM can provide a relaxing outlet or a worthy challenge
Engineering
Subverting the Intended Use of Objects
From childhood forts to grown-up life hacks
Blog Index
@ScientificAmerican
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Anecdotes from the Archive
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Anthropology in Practice
Exploring the human condition.
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Beautiful Minds
Insights into intelligence, creativity, personality, and well-being
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Budding Scientist
Everything you always wanted to know about raising science-literate kids
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Cross-Check
Critical views of science in the news
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Dark Star Diaries
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Dog Spies
Explore the science behind the dog in your bed
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Extinction Countdown
News and research about endangered species from around the world
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Eye of the Storm
The Science Behind Extreme Weather
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Frontiers for Young Minds
Science by and for kids ages 8-15
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Guest Blog
Commentary invited by editors of Scientific American
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Hot Planet
Climate science in a changing world
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Illusion Chasers
Illusions, Delusions, and Everyday Deceptions
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Life, Unbounded
Discussion and news about planets, exoplanets, and astrobiology
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Observations
Opinion, arguments & analyses from guest experts and from the editors of Scientific American
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Roots of Unity
Mathematics: learning it, doing it, celebrating it.
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Rosetta Stones
Adventures in the good science of rock-breaking.
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SA Visual
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Talking back
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The Artful Amoeba
A Blog About the Weird Wonderfulness of Life on Earth
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Voices
Exploring and celebrating diversity in science.
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