Brian Gallagher
Giant Clams Are Marvels of Solar Energy
What we can learn from the critically endangered species.
The Case for Scientific Transculturalism
Life will stand a better chance against climate change if we mix big- and small-picture thinking.
The Enlightening Beauty of an Einstein Ring
What a trippy gravitational phenomenon can tell us about the universe.
A Little Bit of Science Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing
You might not know as much about science as you think.
A New Way to Make Cells from Scratch
How scientists are engineering synthetic cells to be more life-like.
The Case Against Cooking with Gas
New evidence suggests electric stoves are better for people and the planet.
The Holiness in Reality
When science is a source of spirituality in people’s lives, they feel happy and engaged.
Trump’s Role in the Capitol Riot
A social psychologist on how Trump’s speech links to the Jan. 6 attack.
The Uncanny Sight of Waves Breaking on a Star
Something remarkable happens when this small sun zooms past its larger companion.
Scientists Watch Broken Metal Heal Itself
Time to rewrite our understanding of structural engineering.