The Sciences
The Beginning of The Ends of Science
A misprint played a crucial role in the origin of the controversial 1996 book The End of Science.
Cross-Check
Critical views of science in the news
Mind
Are Brains Bayesian?
Just because algorithms inspired by Bayes’ theorem can mimic human cognition doesn’t mean our brains employ similar algorithms.
Math
Bayes's Theorem: What's the Big Deal?
Bayes’s theorem, touted as a powerful method for generating knowledge, can also be used to promote superstition and pseudoscience
Health
What's the Biggest Science News? We're Still Human, for Ill or Good
In spite of countless prophesies that science is about to transform our bodies and minds, we humans remain stubbornly resistant to change
The Sciences
Ten Most Amazing Science(ish) Stories of 2015!
In a desperate attempt to boost end-of-year page-views, a blogger lists his favorite posts of the year, which explore meditation, "electro-cures," Thomas Kuhn, war and other topics...
Health
Trump's Muslim-Bashing and Hillary Clinton's Hypocrisy
Clinton has accused Trump of aiding ISIS recruitment, but she has also contributed to the problem of Muslim militancy.
The Sciences
Why a Science Writer Celebrates Winter Solstice
In the darkest time of year, religious rituals can help even non-believers see that life is a miracle.
Policy & Ethics
Study Reveals Amazing Surge in Scientific Hype
Scientists are touting their research far more aggressively than they once did, according to a new study.
The Sciences
When Teaching Critical Thinking Backfires
Students taught to doubt scientists and other authorities may end up doubting their teachers.
Health
Questioning Mammograms Versus "Torturing the Data"
Another major study raises questions about the efficacy of mammography.
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Anthropology in Practice
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Beautiful Minds
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Budding Scientist
Everything you always wanted to know about raising science-literate kids
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Cross-Check
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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
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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
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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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