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It’s Time to Make Human-Chimp Hybrids
The humanzee is both scientifically possible and morally defensible.
New Giant Viruses Further Blur the Definition of Life
A newfound pair of giant viruses have massive genomes and the most complete resources for building proteins ever seen in the viral world. They have refreshed the debate about the origins of these parasites.
Why Women Choose Differently at Work
Psychologist Susan Pinker on the role of choice in gender differences in the workplace.
Why Happiness Is Hard to Find—in the Brain
Talking blobology with a neuroimaging researcher.
The Simple Algorithm That Ants Use to Build Bridges
Even with no one in charge, army ants work collectively to build bridges out of their bodies. New research reveals the simple rules that lead to such complex group behavior.
What Does David Attenborough Really Think of Darwin?
A casual viewer of nature documentaries might surmise that the man was hired to narrate the scripts merely because he’s got a great voice.
The City at the Center of the Cosmos
Robots and lasers are uncovering an ancient, sacred geography.