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Does Science Suggest Humans Have a Cosmic Role?
Almost in spite of themselves, scientists are driven to a teleological view of the cosmos.
The Queer Ecology of the Colombian Civil War
Meet the transgendered ecologist helping her country move past years of conflict.
Will Viruses Save Us From Superbugs?
When antibiotics failed a severely ill patient, it was a pond virus that saved him.
My Life with the Physics Dream Team
Freeman Dyson on working with the greatest physicists of the 20th century.
Top 8 Places to Look for Life in our Solar System
From the Europan oceans to the Jovian clouds, life has plenty of places to hide.
There’s Something Funny in the Air on Mars
Why methane on Mars is a sign of something extraordinary.
Five Scientists on the Heroes Who Changed Their Lives
Meet the inspiring people—none named Einstein—who helped these scientists find their calling.
It’s Personal: Five Scientists on the Heroes Who Changed Their Lives
Meet the inspiring people—none named Einstein—who helped these scientists find their calling.