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Let’s Get Granular
Scientists have long puzzled over the behavior of mixed particles in rivers and landslides. New clues could be groundbreaking.
Science Is the New Nuclear Deterrent
Sarah Scoles on her 3 greatest revelations while writing Countdown: The Blinding Future of Nuclear Weapons.
When Calamity Comes at a Crawl
Climate change may exacerbate the quiet catastrophe of slow-moving landslides.
What Your Brain Is Doing When You’re Not Doing Anything
On autopilot, the mind reveals new connections.
Why Women Wake Up More During Surgery
New findings could influence anesthesia dosing for women.
Attorney for the Animals, Your Honor
In memory of Steve Wise, a tireless defender of animal rights.
Unraveling the Evolution of Flight
Bird brain scans and dinosaur fossils hint at when the first creatures grew wings.











