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Proposed federal rules would rely on political appointees to decide how a lot of U.S. science gets done. History shows the consequences of such actions.

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Federal investment in basic science built America’s innovation engine, but declining support is threatening U.S. leadership, ...

Mosquitoes are often attracted to some people more than others. Ticks, however, operate differently. Here’s how to avoid getting bitten by either.

Jean-François Gout and Megan Smith each earned five-year NSF CAREER awards, from the highly competitive program that supports early-career faculty demonstrating exceptional potential to advance ...

The hope is that this map will give future researchers the resources necessary to create virtual cell models for studying ...

Psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, and ADHD can be debilitating for those who have them. And yet, they're partially heritable, presenting a paradox. Why would ...

Most recently, the Office of Management and Budget proposed a rule to require political appointees to review grants and ...

Michael Kratsios, President Trump’s science adviser, proposed overhauling how the government funds research. Democrats said ...

Money thinks amoebas are gorgeous to look at through a microscope. But, he says, this single-celled creature is more than just a pretty face. It's both beautiful and intelligent—and likely possesses ...

How 50-minute workouts and five basic lifts turned my gym fear into massive strength gains at Kris Herbert’s The Gym: Venice.