How much does genetics affect political beliefs? Does it even matter?
Twin studies, the bedrock of genetic studies of political attitudes, may not be as solid as once thought
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Two behavioral neuroscientists discuss the long-term damage of family separation
The neurological and behavioral consequences of separating children from parents, especially mothers, can persist into adulthood
Why scientists are taking a more active role in politics and policy
Cognitive neuroscientist Timothy Verstynen thinks scientists need to take visible stances on issues like forced family separation
Are psychedelics actually as dangerous as their Schedule I status suggests?
They're tightly regulated, but research shows they're probably not harmful
Why is it so hard for scientists to talk about leaving academia?
We should value scientists who transfer their skills
To better target cancer, scientists find clues on the surface of cells
New research finds that we might need to take a step back from the inside of cells
Empathy and bias are more intertwined than we often think
Studying empathy can sometimes seem like a look at how self-involved we are
Meet the barrier-breaking physicist hunting gravity with lasers
Nergis Mavalvala explores gravitational waves and quantum physics
How scientists are mapping the brain networks that connect our childhoods to everyday behaviors
It's shining a light on the complex origins of mental illness.