Communication
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I Was Made of Language
The true container of the human soul. -
What Language Reveals About Us
Julie Sedivy on the 3 greatest revelations she had while writing her new book Linguaphile. -
Science for the People
A growing movement connects scientists with policymakers and the public to shape a better society. -
If You Meet ET in Space, Kill Him
Should an alien species resist, we will have discovered life. -
Advice to the Next President
Leading scientists and engineers offer strategies for putting the public good ahead of politics. -
The Reality Issue
What’s behind the curtain. -
The Cognitive Magic of “Hi”
How a simple word illuminates children’s cognitive development and linguistic creativity. -
When Kids Talk to Machines
Language bots are no substitute for teaching children to speak and learn. -
A Scientist Walks Into a Bar …
How comedy plays on our emotions to fight misinformation. -
How Whales Could Help Us Speak to Aliens
Learning to decode complex communication on Earth may give us a leg up if intelligent life from space makes contact.
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Could Onomatopoeia Be the Origin of Language?
What we can learn from the ding-dong hypothesis, James Joyce, Buster Keaton, and a language known as !Xoon.
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10 Timeless Papers That Challenged Our Thinking
My favorite readings for my students. -
The Most Beautiful Science of the Year
These are a few of our favorite things from 2023. -
AI Can Help Democracy
Talking politics in a polarized society can get heated fast. Chatbots could help us keep our cool. -
How a New Database Can Help Protect the Ocean
The Navigator project centralizes data about marine protected areas—and places with lesser protections—from around the world. -
“The Killing of Animals Is a Matter of Pride”
In Kenya, a group of conservation scientists confront the cultural tradition of an indigenous tribe.