2024
Trump Embraces RFK Jr.’s Views on Vaccines, Fluoride, FactCheck.org, November 4
Harris vs. Trump on Climate Change, FactCheck.org, November 1
FactChecking Harris’ and Trump’s Fox News Appearances, FactCheck.org, October 18
Baseless Claims Proliferate on Hurricanes and Weather Modification, FactCheck.org, October 11
Harris’ Position on Health Care for Transgender Prisoners and Detainees, FactCheck.org, October 4
FactChecking the Vice Presidential Debate, FactCheck.org, October 2
Posts Sharing Mpox Misinformation Recycle Claims from Prior Viral Outbreaks, FactCheck.org, September 19
Q&A on the Second International Mpox Emergency, FactCheck.org, September 18
FactChecking the Harris-Trump Debate, FactCheck.org, September 11
Final Night of the Democratic National Convention, FactCheck.org, August 23
Bird Flu Pandemic Preparedness Activities Are Not Evidence of a Conspiracy, FactCheck.org, August 22
Third Night of the Democratic Convention, FactCheck.org, August 22
RFK Jr.’s Exaggerations on Chronic Disease in Children, FactCheck.org, August 2
Final Night of the GOP Convention, FactCheck.org July 19
Night 3 of the Republican National Convention, FactCheck.org, July 18
Wind Energy’s Key Environmental Advantage? Low Emissions, FactCheck.org, June 24
Antarctic Ice Loss Is Significant, Contrary to Claims, FactCheck.org, June 6
‘Who Is Bobby Kennedy?’ Video Promotes Debunked Anti-Vaccine Narratives, FactCheck.org May 20
Q&A on H5N1 Bird Flu, FactCheck.org May 4
Q&A on Reducing COVID-19 Risk for Elderly, Immunocompromised, FactCheck.org, April 23
Posts Raise Unfounded Concerns About Aluminum in Vaccines, FactCheck.org, April 5
Explaining the New CDC Guidance on What To Do if You Have COVID-19, FactCheck.org. March 15
Study Largely Confirms Known, Rare COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects, FactCheck.org, February 27
CDC, Experts Say Fluoridated Water Is Safe, Contrary to RFK Jr.’s Warnings, FactCheck.org, February 20
Posts Misrepresent Mouse Study of Pangolin Virus, FactCheck.org, February 2
Viral Posts Misuse Rat Study to Make Unfounded Claims About COVID-19 Vaccines and Autism, FactCheck.org, January 26
Tucker Carlson Video Spreads Falsehoods on COVID-19 Vaccines, WHO Accord, FactCheck.org, January 12
Faulty Science Underpins Florida Surgeon General’s Call to Halt mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination, FactCheck.org, January 5
2023
Post Spreads Misleading Information About Texas Abortion Case, FactCheck.org, December 20
Yale Preprint Recorded Patient Experiences, Did Not Demonstrate Vaccines Cause New Syndrome, FactCheck.org, December 18
Posts Spread False Claim About Moderna Patent Application, FactCheck.org, November 22
COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy Is Safe, Has Multiple Benefits, FactCheck.org, November 15
COVID-19 Vaccines Save Lives, Are Not More Lethal Than COVID-19, FactCheck.org, November 7
COVID-19 Vaccines Have Not Been Shown to Alter DNA, Cause Cancer, FactCheck.org, October 27
No Proven Health Risks from Aspartame, But Also No Proven Benefits, FactCheck.org, October 2
Posts Push Unproven ‘Spike Protein Detoxification’ Regimen, FactCheck.org, September 21
COVID-19 Vaccines Have Not Been Shown to Cause ‘Turbo Cancer’, FactCheck.org, August 31
Injection Protects Babies from RSV Hospitalization, Has Not Been Linked to Deaths, FactCheck.org, August 18
What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism, FactCheck.org, August 10
Posts Share Fabricated Quote on ‘Permanent Climate Lockdowns’, FactCheck.org, August 4
TikTok Video Mangles American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Estimates, FactCheck.org, June 23
Cleveland Clinic Study Did Not Show Vaccines Increase COVID-19 Risk, FactCheck.org, June 16
Ventilators Save Lives, Did Not Cause ‘Nearly All’ COVID-19 Deaths, FactCheck.org, June 1
Young Children Do Not Receive Medical Gender Transition Treatment, FactCheck.org, May 22
Posts Share Fake Chelsea Clinton Quote About Global Childhood Vaccination Effort, FactCheck.org, May 10
Q&A on the End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, FactCheck.org, May 8
Masking Has Minimal Effects on Respiratory System, Does Not Cause Long COVID, FactCheck.org, April 25
No Evidence Excess Deaths Linked to Vaccines, Contrary to Claims Online, FactCheck.org, April 17
Taking Folic Acid, Not Other Folates, Is Recommended to Reduce Risk of Birth Defects, FactCheck.org, April 3
No Evidence Scientists Received Grant for Changing Opinion on Pandemic Origins, Contrary to Claims, FactCheck.org, March 17
Posts Make False Comparisons Between COVID-19 Immunity From Infections and Vaccines, FactCheck.org, March 9
Limited Evidence of a Link Between Acetaminophen and Autism or ADHD, FactCheck.org, February 22
2022
The ‘Juggernaut’ of Accelerated Approvals: Is the System Working? OBR, November 8
2021
Oncology Takes on Cannabis, Cancer Today, September 21
People take cannabis to treat an array of cancer-related symptoms and side effects. Legal prohibitions have stymied attempts at research into cannabis in cancer patients, but doctors are finding creative ways to study its effects.
People take cannabis to treat an array of cancer-related symptoms and side effects. Legal prohibitions have stymied attempts at research into cannabis in cancer patients, but doctors are finding creative ways to study its effects.
Practical Considerations for Cannabis, Cancer Today, September 21
People with cancer who are thinking about using cannabis to manage cancer-related symptoms should seek answers to some practical questions.
People with cancer who are thinking about using cannabis to manage cancer-related symptoms should seek answers to some practical questions.
CDC Recommends Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Immunocompromised Patients, Patient Power, August 17
Genetic Testing Gaps, Cancer Today, May 21
Testing for hereditary mutations is increasingly recommended for people with cancer, but recommendations do not always translate into access to testing and appropriate counseling.
Testing for hereditary mutations is increasingly recommended for people with cancer, but recommendations do not always translate into access to testing and appropriate counseling.
Understanding How Radiation Causes Cancer, Cancer Today, April 27
Researchers are investigating who is at greatest risk for radiation-induced cancers.
Researchers are investigating who is at greatest risk for radiation-induced cancers.
Searching the Blood for Signs of Altered Immunity, Cancer Today, April 5
The immune systems of people with blood cancer respond differently to infection with the coronavirus than the immune systems of people without cancer or with solid tumors.
The immune systems of people with blood cancer respond differently to infection with the coronavirus than the immune systems of people without cancer or with solid tumors.
When Cancer’s Spread Is Limited, Cancer Today, March 24
People with cancer that has spread to only a few locations—called oligometastatic cancer—may benefit from aggressive local treatment.
People with cancer that has spread to only a few locations—called oligometastatic cancer—may benefit from aggressive local treatment.
2020
Learning Medicare’s ABCDs, Cancer Today, September 18
Medicare was established to help provide affordable health care coverage for older Americans. But Medicare beneficiaries with cancer can still face financial burdens related to their care.
Medicare was established to help provide affordable health care coverage for older Americans. But Medicare beneficiaries with cancer can still face financial burdens related to their care.
In It for the Long Haul, Cancer Today, August 5
Doctors and researchers met online to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic changed cancer care in its early months, as well as how they can improve care and advocate for patients going forward.
Doctors and researchers met online to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic changed cancer care in its early months, as well as how they can improve care and advocate for patients going forward.
Why Are Early-Onset Cancers Rising? Cancer Today, June 26
Some cancers that are most commonly diagnosed in older adults are becoming increasingly prevalent in young adults.
Some cancers that are most commonly diagnosed in older adults are becoming increasingly prevalent in young adults.
Cancer Care Moves Forward Amid COVID-19, Cancer Today, June 1
Following the arrival of the coronavirus in the U.S., people with cancer and their doctors are adjusting to new ways of doing things while continuing to seek and provide cancer care.
Following the arrival of the coronavirus in the U.S., people with cancer and their doctors are adjusting to new ways of doing things while continuing to seek and provide cancer care.
Trials Interrupted, Cancer Today, June 1
COVID-19 slowed or stopped enrollment in some cancer clinical trials.
COVID-19 slowed or stopped enrollment in some cancer clinical trials.
Registries Report on COVID-19 and Cancer, Cancer Today, May 28
Data shed light on risk factors for death among people with cancer infected with the coronavirus.
Data shed light on risk factors for death among people with cancer infected with the coronavirus.
Tests Spot Signs of Cancer in the Blood, Cancer Today, April 30
Researchers present data on blood tests that aim to supplement current cancer screening and speed up diagnosis.
Researchers present data on blood tests that aim to supplement current cancer screening and speed up diagnosis.
The Coronavirus and Cancer Care, Cancer Today, March 17
Cancer patients in the U.S. are feeling impacts from the new coronavirus.
Cancer patients in the U.S. are feeling impacts from the new coronavirus.
For Prostate Biopsy, It’s Best to Combine Old and New Methods, Cancer Today, March 6
Using an older method of prostate biopsy together with MRI-targeted biopsy more accurately diagnoses prostate cancer than either method alone, a study finds.
Using an older method of prostate biopsy together with MRI-targeted biopsy more accurately diagnoses prostate cancer than either method alone, a study finds.
2019
How Disability Insurers Monitor Patients Online, Cancer Today, December, 23
Companies that offer disability insurance may monitor patients’ social media accounts to determine if they qualify for the benefits being received.
Companies that offer disability insurance may monitor patients’ social media accounts to determine if they qualify for the benefits being received.
Secure Connections, Cancer Today, December 23
Patients find each other online and get support they say is unparalleled, but with openness comes concern about privacy.
Patients find each other online and get support they say is unparalleled, but with openness comes concern about privacy.
Cancer Care on a Native American Reservation, Cancer Today, June 27
For the first time, people living in the Navajo Nation who are diagnosed with cancer can get treated for the disease without leaving tribal lands.
For the first time, people living in the Navajo Nation who are diagnosed with cancer can get treated for the disease without leaving tribal lands.
The Right Dose, Cancer Today, June 21
Researchers want to find out when cancer patients can benefit from receiving lower doses of drugs or radiation, shortening treatment or skipping certain treatments altogether.
Researchers want to find out when cancer patients can benefit from receiving lower doses of drugs or radiation, shortening treatment or skipping certain treatments altogether.
PARP Inhibitors in Pancreatic Cancer, Cancer Today, April 3
Drugs that target DNA repair enzymes may provide alternatives to long-term chemotherapy for some patients with pancreatic cancer.
Drugs that target DNA repair enzymes may provide alternatives to long-term chemotherapy for some patients with pancreatic cancer.
The Crowded Field of Checkpoint Inhibitors, Cancer Today, April 3
Drug developers behind currently approved checkpoint inhibitors discuss the pros and cons of competition in the field.
Drug developers behind currently approved checkpoint inhibitors discuss the pros and cons of competition in the field.
What Is Hyper-Progression? Cancer Today, April 1
Some researchers believe that immunotherapy occasionally causes cancer to grow faster, a phenomenon dubbed hyper-progression.
Some researchers believe that immunotherapy occasionally causes cancer to grow faster, a phenomenon dubbed hyper-progression.
2018
Getting a Read on Cancer, Cancer Today, December 21
Cancer patients are increasingly receiving treatments guided by the molecular characteristics of their cancer cells. But patients may have unequal access to testing and targeted therapies.
Cancer patients are increasingly receiving treatments guided by the molecular characteristics of their cancer cells. But patients may have unequal access to testing and targeted therapies.
2018 SABCS: Choosing the Right Treatment, Cancer Today, December 12
Studies presented at the 2018 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium investigate when patients with early-stage breast cancer or precancerous breast conditions benefit from receiving less intense treatment.
Studies presented at the 2018 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium investigate when patients with early-stage breast cancer or precancerous breast conditions benefit from receiving less intense treatment.
Pushing the Immune System to Its Limits, Cancer Today, June 22
Immunotherapy drugs have led to long-lasting remissions for some cancer patients with advanced disease. They also come with a new and diverse array of side effects.
Immunotherapy drugs have led to long-lasting remissions for some cancer patients with advanced disease. They also come with a new and diverse array of side effects.
Talking About Medical Marijuana, Cancer Today, May 11
Medical oncologists discuss marijuana with their patients. Many of these doctors feel they aren’t well enough informed to make recommendations about it, but some do anyway.
Medical oncologists discuss marijuana with their patients. Many of these doctors feel they aren’t well enough informed to make recommendations about it, but some do anyway.
The Ins and Outs of Tumor Testing, Cancer Today, April 20
Oncologists discuss the state of cancer precision medicine—and engage with patient advocates.
Oncologists discuss the state of cancer precision medicine—and engage with patient advocates.
The Many Faces of Patient Advocacy, Cancer Today, April 19
Advocates shared their stories and projects at the AACR Annual Meeting.
Advocates shared their stories and projects at the AACR Annual Meeting.
A New Type of Drug Approval, Cancer Today, April 16
Researchers and regulators discuss what it means to tie approval of an immunotherapy to tumors’ molecular characteristics, not to their tissues of origin.
Researchers and regulators discuss what it means to tie approval of an immunotherapy to tumors’ molecular characteristics, not to their tissues of origin.
Family Matters, Cancer Today, March 22
After Shigeo Tsuruoka was diagnosed with stomach cancer, his family came together to help him.
After Shigeo Tsuruoka was diagnosed with stomach cancer, his family came together to help him.
An Opportunity to Quit, Cancer Today, March 22
New program funds cancer centers to help patients stop using tobacco.
New program funds cancer centers to help patients stop using tobacco.
When Cancer Survivors Get Another Cancer, Cancer Today, February 15
Patients diagnosed with a second cancer may be unnecessarily excluded from clinical trials.
Patients diagnosed with a second cancer may be unnecessarily excluded from clinical trials.
A Call to Care, Cancer Today, January 3
Caregivers for cancer patients find themselves playing a complex and vital role as care shifts from the hospital to the home.
Caregivers for cancer patients find themselves playing a complex and vital role as care shifts from the hospital to the home.
Young Survivors Are at Risk for HPV-Related Cancers, Cancer Today, January 3
Study finds low vaccination rates among teen survivors.
Study finds low vaccination rates among teen survivors.
In the Moment, Cancer Today, January 3
Lauren Chiarello Mika, Christopher Rios, Sandy Russell
Lauren Chiarello Mika, Christopher Rios, Sandy Russell
2017
A Virtuous Cycle, Cancer Today, September 25
Bicycling to work can be a way to build exercise into your day.
Bicycling to work can be a way to build exercise into your day.
Tinkering With T Cells, Cancer Today, September 25
New cancer treatments use patients' own modified immune cells.
New cancer treatments use patients' own modified immune cells.
Trial Guide, Cancer Today, June 23
Researcher Tom Marsilje is helping fellow colorectal cancer patients sort through clinical trials.
Researcher Tom Marsilje is helping fellow colorectal cancer patients sort through clinical trials.
Going Off-Label, Cancer Today, June 23
Physicians are permitted to prescribe drugs approved for one purpose to be used for another, a practice called off-label prescribing. The rise of targeted therapies and immunotherapies is creating new challenges for navigating off-label options.
Physicians are permitted to prescribe drugs approved for one purpose to be used for another, a practice called off-label prescribing. The rise of targeted therapies and immunotherapies is creating new challenges for navigating off-label options.
The Cost of Prescriptions, Cancer Today, June 23
Financial factors can influence cancer patients' use of medications.
Financial factors can influence cancer patients' use of medications.
Immunotherapy Combinations, Cancer Today, April 5
Researchers are combining immunotherapies with each other and with other treatments in hopes that a larger proportion of patients will have long-term benefits.
Researchers are combining immunotherapies with each other and with other treatments in hopes that a larger proportion of patients will have long-term benefits.
Expanding HER2 Therapy, Cancer Today, April 3
Can HER2-targeted therapies be successful across multiple cancer types? It’s complicated.
Can HER2-targeted therapies be successful across multiple cancer types? It’s complicated.
Movement for Health, Cancer Today, March 27
A community program helps cancer patients and survivors experience the benefits of physical activity.
A community program helps cancer patients and survivors experience the benefits of physical activity.
Tanning Trouble, Cancer Today, March 27
Indoor tanning is a major culprit in melanoma diagnosed early in life.
Indoor tanning is a major culprit in melanoma diagnosed early in life.
Weighing Tumor Testing, Cancer Today, March 27
New sequencing tests bring new questions.
New sequencing tests bring new questions.
In the Moment, Cancer Today, March 27
The Mystery of Whale Song, The Scientist, March 1
Structured whale songs are shared by group members and evolve over time, but the calls' functions are still unclear.
Structured whale songs are shared by group members and evolve over time, but the calls' functions are still unclear.
2016
Cooking Through Cancer, Cancer Today, December 30
Cancer survivor Ann Ogden Gaffney left her job in fashion to teach other cancer survivors how to cook.
Cancer survivor Ann Ogden Gaffney left her job in fashion to teach other cancer survivors how to cook.
Screening Gets Personal, Cancer Today, December 30
Conflicting and changing cancer screening guidelines have led to uncertainty and controversy. Can screening recommendations tailored for groups or individuals enhance benefits and reduce harms?
Conflicting and changing cancer screening guidelines have led to uncertainty and controversy. Can screening recommendations tailored for groups or individuals enhance benefits and reduce harms?
Little Consensus on Ovarian Cancer Monitoring, Cancer Today, December 30
Tests and scans may be overused.
Tests and scans may be overused.
In the Moment, Cancer Today, December 30
DNA as an Artistic Medium, The Scientist, October 26
In the Moment, Cancer Today, September 26
A Time to Relax, Cancer Today, September 26
Spa treatments offer silver linings for cancer patients.
Spa treatments offer silver linings for cancer patients.
A Rare Drive, Cancer Today, September 26
Chordoma survivor Josh Sommer brings together researchers and patients to develop better treatments for an uncommon cancer.
Chordoma survivor Josh Sommer brings together researchers and patients to develop better treatments for an uncommon cancer.
Many Cancer in HIV-Positive Patients Go Untreated, Cancer Today, September 26
With New Part, CRISPR Can Cut RNA in Living Cells, Spectrum, July 15
In the Moment (Barbara Rascati), Cancer Today, June 24
The Art of Giving, Cancer Today, June 24
Learning Emotional Judo, Cancer Today, June 24
Breast Cancer Survivors and Vaginal Estrogen, Cancer Today, June 24
Can We Simplify Diagnostic Testing? Cancer Today, April 22
Test Identifies Which Patients Can Skip Chemotherapy, Cancer Today, April 19
Immunotherapy Can Have Long-Lasting Effects, Cancer Today, April 18
Pulling It All Together, The Scientist, April 1
Microbes Meet Cancer, The Scientist, April 1
Who Sleeps? (see sidebar), The Scientist, March 1
Sequencing approach bares large variety of brain cell types, Spectrum, February 24
Precise program traces firing patterns in neural networks, Spectrum, February 17
Simple steps let star-shaped brain cells thrive in culture, Spectrum, February 10
Bee Semen Can Protect Queens from an STD, The Scientist, January 22
Honeybee seminal fluid contains two different components that fight Nosema fungus.
Honeybee seminal fluid contains two different components that fight Nosema fungus.
Chimps Share Microbes When Socializing, The Scientist, January 15
Social interaction influences the chimpanzee microbiome, increasing the number of microbial species the primates share.
Social interaction influences the chimpanzee microbiome, increasing the number of microbial species the primates share.
Reducing Repetition While Building Biopolymers, The Scientist, January 11
A free algorithm helps synthetic biologists decide which codons to use to encode repetitive proteins using the least-repetitive DNA sequence possible
A free algorithm helps synthetic biologists decide which codons to use to encode repetitive proteins using the least-repetitive DNA sequence possible
Borrowing Immunity Through Interbreeding, The Scientist, January 7
Neanderthals and Denisovans contributed innate immune genes to modern humans, scientists show.
Neanderthals and Denisovans contributed innate immune genes to modern humans, scientists show.
Pluripotency Bots, The Scientist, January 1
A tour of efforts to automate the production and differentiation of induced pluripotent stem cells
A tour of efforts to automate the production and differentiation of induced pluripotent stem cells
Picking Up the Pace, The Scientist, January 1
FDA designations promise to expedite the approval of drugs for conditions ranging from infectious disease to cancer.
FDA designations promise to expedite the approval of drugs for conditions ranging from infectious disease to cancer.
2015
Method marks variants among repeated DNA segments, Spectrum, December 9
Controlling Synthetic Bacteria, The Scientist, December 7
"Kill switches" ensure that genetically engineered bacteria survive only in certain environmental conditions.
"Kill switches" ensure that genetically engineered bacteria survive only in certain environmental conditions.
It's Getting Hot in Here, The Scientist, December 1
Methods for taking a cell's temperature
Methods for taking a cell's temperature
Inside a Lab Mouse's High-Fat Diet, The Scientist, November 23
Researchers should pay closer attention to the diets they use to study obesity in mice, experts advise.
Researchers should pay closer attention to the diets they use to study obesity in mice, experts advise.
Microscopy technique homes in on links between neurons, Spectrum, November 18
Glowing proteins may replace probes for controlling neurons, Spectrum, November 11
Long-awaited databases reveal breadth of genetic variation, Spectrum, November 4
Heady Stuff, The Scientist, November 1
New research on how fat influences brain neuronal activity
New research on how fat influences brain neuronal activity
Fanning the Flames, The Scientist, November 1
Obesity triggers a fatty acid synthesis pathway, which in turn helps drive T cell differentiation and inflammation.
Obesity triggers a fatty acid synthesis pathway, which in turn helps drive T cell differentiation and inflammation.
Imaging technique reveals elusive epileptic lesions, Spectrum, October 28
Sperm RNAs Transmit Stress, The Scientist, October 19
Stressed male mice can pass on an abnormal stress response to their offspring via microRNAs found in sperm, a study shows.
Stressed male mice can pass on an abnormal stress response to their offspring via microRNAs found in sperm, a study shows.
New method highlights activity in zebrafish brains, Spectrum, October 14
Glowing cells reveal how DNA tags shift over time, Spectrum, October 7
Genetic Repression Boosts Memory, The Scientist, October 1
Expression or translation of some genes must be turned off in the mouse hippocampus for memories to form.
Expression or translation of some genes must be turned off in the mouse hippocampus for memories to form.
Into the Limelight, The Scientist, October 1
Glial cells were once considered neurons’ supporting actors, but new methods and model organisms are revealing their true importance in brain function.
Glial cells were once considered neurons’ supporting actors, but new methods and model organisms are revealing their true importance in brain function.
Sweet formula seamlessly crafts see-through brains, Spectrum, September 30
Molecular ‘Swiss army knife’ can alter or turn on genes, Spectrum, September 23
‘Ginkgo’ software allows easy comparison of DNA between cells, Spectrum, September 16
Stimulating Neurons with Sound, The Scientist, September 15
Researchers present sonogenetics, a technique to activate select Caenorhabditis elegans neurons with ultrasound waves.
Researchers present sonogenetics, a technique to activate select Caenorhabditis elegans neurons with ultrasound waves.
Test of repetitive behaviors adapted for adults with autism, Spectrum, September 9
Study questions whether eye for detail accompanies autism, SFARI.org, September 4
Tool tracks brainwaves, blood flow in moving rats, SFARI.org, September 2
Hearing Help, The Scientist, September 1
For decades, the only remedies for hearing loss were devices such as hearing aids or cochlear implants. Now, the first pharmaceutical treatments may be on the way.
For decades, the only remedies for hearing loss were devices such as hearing aids or cochlear implants. Now, the first pharmaceutical treatments may be on the way.
Handicapable, The Scientist, September 1
Meet Tilak Ratnanather, the deaf biomedical engineer who mentors hard-of-hearing students headed for STEM careers.
Meet Tilak Ratnanather, the deaf biomedical engineer who mentors hard-of-hearing students headed for STEM careers.
How Fats Influence the Microbiome, The Scientist, August 27
Mice fed a diet high in saturated fat show shifts in their gut microbes and develop obesity-related inflammation.
Mice fed a diet high in saturated fat show shifts in their gut microbes and develop obesity-related inflammation.
Software forecasts effects of mysterious mutations, SFARI.org, August 26
Remote control for rodent behavior dispenses drugs, SFARI.org, August 19
'Sticky-flares' give RNA traffic reports for living cells, SFARI.org, August 5
The Human Touch, The Scientist, August 1
Can mice with humanlike tissues better model drug effects in people?
Can mice with humanlike tissues better model drug effects in people?
Marmosets that miss social cues may mimic autism, SFARI.org, July 29
Online tool boosts efficiency of popular gene editing method, SFARI.org, July 22
Mitochondria Swap, The Scientist, July 15
Researchers generate patient-specific induced pluripotent stem cells corrected for mitochondrial defects.
Researchers generate patient-specific induced pluripotent stem cells corrected for mitochondrial defects.
New method vets quality of antibodies for experimental use, SFARI.org, July 15
Method improves analysis of chemical tags that control genes, SFARI.org, July 8
Passenger Mutations Can Skew Results, The Scientist, July 7
Some genetically engineered mice harbor unwanted mutations that hitchhike alongside desired modifications, affecting experimental outcomes.
Some genetically engineered mice harbor unwanted mutations that hitchhike alongside desired modifications, affecting experimental outcomes.
New tool sounds out fine points of animal songs and squeaks, SFARI.org, June 24
Atlas charts gene activity in developing monkey brains, SFARI.org, June 11
Online atlas unravels gene activity in diverse tissues, SFARI.org, June 3
An Array of Options, The Scientist, June 1
A guide for how and when to transition from the microarray to RNA-seq
A guide for how and when to transition from the microarray to RNA-seq
Clinical Matchmaker, The Scientist, June 1
Enrolling the right patient population could be key to a successful clinical trial.
Enrolling the right patient population could be key to a successful clinical trial.
Next Generation: Souped-up Probiotics Pinpoint Cancer, The Scientist, May 28
Genetically engineered commensal bacteria help researchers detect cancer metastases in mouse livers.
Genetically engineered commensal bacteria help researchers detect cancer metastases in mouse livers.
Technique decodes gene sequence and activity in single cells, SFARI.org, May 27
Rainbow of dyes maps neurons' tangled paths in brain, SFARI.org, May 13
Microbiome Fingerprints, The Scientist, May 11
Researchers identify people by the unique combinations of microbes found in and on their bodies.
Researchers identify people by the unique combinations of microbes found in and on their bodies.
Cheap chips let scientists eavesdrop on chatting neurons, SFARI.org, May 6
Eye Stem Cell Therapy Moves Ahead, The Scientist, April 30
Researchers inject retinal support cells derived from human embryonic stem cells into the eyes of four men with macular degeneration, bolstering evidence of the experimental treatment’s safety.
Researchers inject retinal support cells derived from human embryonic stem cells into the eyes of four men with macular degeneration, bolstering evidence of the experimental treatment’s safety.
New video test assesses toddlers' subtle social growth, SFARI.org, April 1
Comparing Leprosy Bacteria, The Scientist, March 27
Researchers sequence the genome of Mycobacterium lepromatosis, a recently discovered sister species to the primary leprosy-causing bacterium.
Researchers sequence the genome of Mycobacterium lepromatosis, a recently discovered sister species to the primary leprosy-causing bacterium.
Behavioral test taps multiple senses in mice, SFARI.org, March 11
Microfluidics Within Reach, The Scientist, March 9
A programmable, hand-operated microfluidic device could help researchers designing more-accessible diagnostics.
A programmable, hand-operated microfluidic device could help researchers designing more-accessible diagnostics.
Treatment eases fragile X symptoms in flies, mice, SFARI.org, March 9
Glowing sensors shine new light on protein interactions, SFARI.org, March 4
Rethinking Telomeres, The Scientist, March 1
Not only do telomeres protect the ends of chromosomes, they also modulate gene expression over cells’ lifetimes.
Not only do telomeres protect the ends of chromosomes, they also modulate gene expression over cells’ lifetimes.
How We Age, The Scientist, March 1
From DNA damage to cellular miscommunication, aging is a mysterious and multifarious process.
From DNA damage to cellular miscommunication, aging is a mysterious and multifarious process.
Riding Out Rejection, The Scientist, March 1
How to navigate the choppy waters of scientific publication
How to navigate the choppy waters of scientific publication
Method lights up brain activity in living animals, SFARI.org, February 18
B Cell Bosses, The Scientist, February 1
Gut bacteria in mice spur regulatory B cells to differentiate and release an anti-inflammatory cytokine.
Gut bacteria in mice spur regulatory B cells to differentiate and release an anti-inflammatory cytokine.
Lazarus Drugs, The Scientist, February 1
While some drugs sail through development, others suffer setbacks, including FDA rejections, before reaching the market.
While some drugs sail through development, others suffer setbacks, including FDA rejections, before reaching the market.
Wearable sensors aim to capture autism in action, SFARI.org, January 30
How Transposons Shaped Pregnancy, The Scientist, January 29
A mass migration of mobile regulatory elements increased the expression of thousands of genes in the uterus during the evolution of pregnancy.
A mass migration of mobile regulatory elements increased the expression of thousands of genes in the uterus during the evolution of pregnancy.
Small snippets of genes may have big effects in autism, SFARI.org, January 22
Benefits of Missing MYC, The Scientist, January 22
Mice engineered to have just one copy of the gene Myc live longer, healthier lives than wild-type animals.
Mice engineered to have just one copy of the gene Myc live longer, healthier lives than wild-type animals.
Method charts lifetime expression of DNA in brain, SFARI.org, January 21
Commensal Defense, The Scientist, January 8
Beneficial gut bacteria have evolved resistance to antimicrobial peptides that hosts release to fight pathogens.
Beneficial gut bacteria have evolved resistance to antimicrobial peptides that hosts release to fight pathogens.
Synthetic tags light up, destroy neurons in living mice, SFARI.org, January 7
Straighten Out, The Scientist, January 1
Forces from bidirectional growth plates mechanically realign broken bones in infant mice.
Forces from bidirectional growth plates mechanically realign broken bones in infant mice.
2014
Unraveling H7N9’s History, The Scientist, December 30
An analysis of stored samples shows that H7N9 precursor H9N2, a virus widespread in chickens, has shown increased fitness in recent years.
An analysis of stored samples shows that H7N9 precursor H9N2, a virus widespread in chickens, has shown increased fitness in recent years.
Method isolates protein complexes from neuronal junctions, SFARI.org, December 17
DNA Loop-the-Loops, The Scientist, December 11
A new full-genome map indicates how DNA is folded within the nuclei of human cells.
A new full-genome map indicates how DNA is folded within the nuclei of human cells.
Platelets Fan Inflammation, The Scientist, December 4
The circulating blood cells bind to neutrophils, prompting inflammation-related activity in these immune cell partners.
The circulating blood cells bind to neutrophils, prompting inflammation-related activity in these immune cell partners.
Recipe allows access to structures deep within large tissues, SFARI.org, December 3
Sorting Made Simpler, The Scientist, December 1
A guide to affordable, compact fluorescence-activated cell sorters
A guide to affordable, compact fluorescence-activated cell sorters
Method provides reference map for brain connectivity patterns, SFARI.org, November 19
Upside of Early-Life Stress? The Scientist, November 18
Mice raised under stressful conditions are more adaptable as adults—and may pass this trait on to their pups.
Mice raised under stressful conditions are more adaptable as adults—and may pass this trait on to their pups.
DNA Tape Recorder, The Scientist, November 13
Researchers have created a system that edits DNA in response to chemical stimuli or light, allowing bacteria to record environmental events in their genetic material.
Researchers have created a system that edits DNA in response to chemical stimuli or light, allowing bacteria to record environmental events in their genetic material.
Genetic Data Clarify Insect Evolution, The Scientist, November 6
Researchers create a phylogenetic tree of insects by comparing the sequences of 1,478 protein-coding genes among species.
Researchers create a phylogenetic tree of insects by comparing the sequences of 1,478 protein-coding genes among species.
Screening tools for autism translated for use in India, The Scientist, November 5
Antibiotic Alternatives, Wired, November 1
Are there drugs in development that could replace traditional broad-spectrum antibiotics?
Are there drugs in development that could replace traditional broad-spectrum antibiotics?
Circadian Atlas Chronicles Gene Expression, The Scientist, October 27
Researchers have mapped the times of day when mouse genes are transcribed across 12 organs.
Researchers have mapped the times of day when mouse genes are transcribed across 12 organs.
New resource catalogs impact of DNA variants on brain, SFARI.org, October 22
How Rice Overcomes Arsenic, The Scientist, October 20
Researchers have discovered a transporter protein in rice that sequesters arsenic in vacuoles, preventing the toxic element from traveling into grains.
Researchers have discovered a transporter protein in rice that sequesters arsenic in vacuoles, preventing the toxic element from traveling into grains.
Epigenetics Paper Raises Questions, The Scientist, October 16
GENETICS publishes a commentary criticizing a Nature Neuroscience paper claiming that mice can inherit smell sensitivities that their parents acquired during life.
GENETICS publishes a commentary criticizing a Nature Neuroscience paper claiming that mice can inherit smell sensitivities that their parents acquired during life.
Database details neural gene interactions in developing mice, SFARI.org, October 9
Modified Yeast Tolerate Alcohol, Heat, The Scientist, October 2
Simple changes help yeast thrive in the presence of their own harmful byproducts and could boost biofuel production.
Simple changes help yeast thrive in the presence of their own harmful byproducts and could boost biofuel production.
Brain development gene emerges as strong autism candidate, SFARI.org, October 2
Joeanna Arthur: Charting a Path, The Scientist, October 1
Profile of a project scientist at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Profile of a project scientist at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Method reveals thin insulation on neurons in autism brains, SFARI.org, September 24
PubPeer: Pathologist Threatening to Sue Users, The Scientist, September 22
The forum’s founders have obtained legal counsel and are preparing for the possibility of user information being subpoenaed as part of a lawsuit.
The forum’s founders have obtained legal counsel and are preparing for the possibility of user information being subpoenaed as part of a lawsuit.
Statins Stimulate Bone Growth?, The Scientist, September 18
The cholesterol-lowering drugs could be used to treat people with two types of dwarfism, a study suggests.
The cholesterol-lowering drugs could be used to treat people with two types of dwarfism, a study suggests.
New clues connect altered patterns of DNA tags to autism, SFARI.org, September 16
New algorithm detects DNA insertions and deletions, SFARI.org, September 10
Jewish Heritage Written in DNA, The Scientist, September 9
Fully sequenced genomes of more than 100 Ashkenazi people clarify the group’s history and provide a reference for researchers and physicians trying to pinpoint disease-associated genes.
Fully sequenced genomes of more than 100 Ashkenazi people clarify the group’s history and provide a reference for researchers and physicians trying to pinpoint disease-associated genes.
Method organizes mitochondrial DNA sequences, SFARI.org, September 3
Keeping Up with IP, The Scientist, September 1
It’s never too early to start thinking about intellectual property rights—even for biologists doing basic research.
It’s never too early to start thinking about intellectual property rights—even for biologists doing basic research.
A Long Line of LINEs, The Scientist, September 1
Different mechanisms repress mobile DNA elements in human embryonic stem cells depending on the elements’ evolutionary ages.
Different mechanisms repress mobile DNA elements in human embryonic stem cells depending on the elements’ evolutionary ages.
Concerns Raised Online Linger, The Scientist, August 25
Users of post-publication peer review forums like PubPeer often question perceived inaccuracies in scientific papers. Are the journals that published those papers paying attention?
Users of post-publication peer review forums like PubPeer often question perceived inaccuracies in scientific papers. Are the journals that published those papers paying attention?
Test measures children's ability to distinguish between faces, SFARI.org, August 20
PubPeer Threatened with Legal Action, The Scientist, August 19
The moderators of the post-publication peer review forum say they could be facing their first legal case.
The moderators of the post-publication peer review forum say they could be facing their first legal case.
Age alters patterns of chemical tags on sperm DNA, SFARI.org, August 18
Deep-brain neurons' glow reveals elements of social circuits, SFARI.org, August 13
Gut’s Earliest Bacterial Colonizers, The Scientist, August 11
The pace at which bacterial groups take root in the gastrointestinal tracts of premature infants is more tied to developmental age than time since birth.
The pace at which bacterial groups take root in the gastrointestinal tracts of premature infants is more tied to developmental age than time since birth.
Why do Bats Spread so many Diseases?, MinuteEarth, August 4
Tools for autism screening must vary with language, culture, SFARI.org, August 1
Mosaic Mutations, The Scientist, July 31
Some genetic abnormalities that appear to have sprung up independently in children are in fact present in a portion of their parents’ cells.
Some genetic abnormalities that appear to have sprung up independently in children are in fact present in a portion of their parents’ cells.
Light’s Dark Side, The Scientist, July 25
Exposure to dim light at night speeds the growth of human breast cancer tumors implanted into rats and makes the cancer resistant to the drug tamoxifen.
Exposure to dim light at night speeds the growth of human breast cancer tumors implanted into rats and makes the cancer resistant to the drug tamoxifen.
Severity metric helps studies address autism's variability, SFARI.org, July 23
Hitting a Climate “Seal”-ing, The Scientist, July 23
Due to the effects of climate change, female fur seals that successfully breed do so later in life and are more likely to have increased variability within their genomes.
Due to the effects of climate change, female fur seals that successfully breed do so later in life and are more likely to have increased variability within their genomes.
Computer vision may aid in screening for autism, SFARI.org, July 16
A Multi-Cancer Diagnostic? The Scientist, July 14
Researchers report an ability to detect several types of cancer in blood samples based on signatures of immune response, but some are skeptical about the utility of such a test.
Researchers report an ability to detect several types of cancer in blood samples based on signatures of immune response, but some are skeptical about the utility of such a test.
Molecular mechanisms: Patterns of DNA tags altered in autism, SFARI.org, July 8
Suite of methods yields complex model of neuronal junctions, SFARI.org, July 2
Unraveling the Female Fruit Fly Mating Circuit, The Scientist, July 2
Three teams identify different components of the female Drosophila nervous system that govern mating behaviors.
Three teams identify different components of the female Drosophila nervous system that govern mating behaviors.
Clinical research: Down syndrome, autism often coexist, SFARI.org, June 27
Molecular mechanisms: Fragile X gene tied to cocaine effects, SFARI.org, June 24
Protein Clumps Spread Inflammation, The Scientist, June 22
ASC specks—protein aggregations that drive inflammation—are released from dying immune cells, expanding the reach of a defense response.
ASC specks—protein aggregations that drive inflammation—are released from dying immune cells, expanding the reach of a defense response.
Cognition and behavior: Motor deficits match autism severity, SFARI.org, June 20
Clinical research: Extra X impairs awareness of others' minds, SFARI.org, June 13
Ancient Apoptosis, The Scientist, June 9
Humans and coral share a cell-death pathway that has been conserved between them for more than half a billion years.
Humans and coral share a cell-death pathway that has been conserved between them for more than half a billion years.
Cognition and behavior: Seizures may spark social deficits, SFARI.org, June 6
Genetics: Gene linked to adult regression implicated in Rett, SFARI.org, June 3
Engineered Microbe Could Ease Switch to Grass, The Scientist, June 2
Researchers modify a heat-loving bacterium so it can produce biofuel from switchgrass directly, with no need for costly chemical and enzymatic treatments.
Researchers modify a heat-loving bacterium so it can produce biofuel from switchgrass directly, with no need for costly chemical and enzymatic treatments.
Chemical cocktail renders mouse, monkey brains transparent, SFARI.org, May 28
Cognition and behavior: Attention deficit skews responses, SFARI.org, May 23
No Pain, Big Gain, The Scientist, May 22
Eliminating a pain receptor makes mice live longer and keeps their metabolisms young.
Eliminating a pain receptor makes mice live longer and keeps their metabolisms young.
Molecular mechanisms: Fragile X protein promotes pruning, SFARI.org, May 13
Cognition and behavior: Sensory subtypes divide autism cases, SFARI.org, May 9
Augmenting the Genetic Alphabet, The Scientist, May 7
For the first time, synthetic DNA base pairs are replicated within living bacteria.
For the first time, synthetic DNA base pairs are replicated within living bacteria.
SCNT Picks Up Steam, The Scientist, April 28
Study confirms that somatic cell nuclear transfer, an alternate method of creating patient-specific pluripotent stem cells, can be used to reprogram adult cells.
Study confirms that somatic cell nuclear transfer, an alternate method of creating patient-specific pluripotent stem cells, can be used to reprogram adult cells.
Genetics: New autism mutations affect DNA packaging, SFARI.org, April 8
Mapping Gene Expression in the Fetal Brain, The Scientist, April 2
Researchers complete an atlas depicting gene expression across the developing human brain.
Researchers complete an atlas depicting gene expression across the developing human brain.
Cognition and behavior: Brain symmetry atypical in autism, SFARI.org, March 28
Linking Neurons to Behaviors, The Scientist, March 27
Researchers have created a brain-wide map detailing links between sets of activated neurons and behaviors in fruit fly larvae.
Researchers have created a brain-wide map detailing links between sets of activated neurons and behaviors in fruit fly larvae.
Saving Failing Hearts, The Scientist, March 13
Inhibiting a small regulatory RNA appears to improve cardiac function in mice with surgically induced heart problems.
Inhibiting a small regulatory RNA appears to improve cardiac function in mice with surgically induced heart problems.
Lighting the Way for a New Style of Wireless Internet, The Connectivist, March 5
(also Gizmodo, March 7)
Devices that use blinking lights to transmit data could provide the Wi-Fi of the future.
(also Gizmodo, March 7)
Devices that use blinking lights to transmit data could provide the Wi-Fi of the future.
The Rise and Fall of Websites, The Connectivist, March 4
Scientists attempt to predict which membership-based websites are thriving — and which are on track to crash and burn.
Scientists attempt to predict which membership-based websites are thriving — and which are on track to crash and burn.
Lifelong Neuronal Rebirth, The Scientist website, February 20
Neuronal regeneration in the human adult brain is more widespread than previously thought.
Neuronal regeneration in the human adult brain is more widespread than previously thought.
Prosthesis Re-creates Sensation of Touch, The Scientist website, February 5
A man whose hand and lower arm were amputated could sense shapes and stiffness and modulate the force of his grasp using a prosthetic hand that was temporarily wired to nerves in his upper arm.
A man whose hand and lower arm were amputated could sense shapes and stiffness and modulate the force of his grasp using a prosthetic hand that was temporarily wired to nerves in his upper arm.
Unmasking Secret Identities, The Scientist, February 1
A tour of techniques for measuring DNA hydroxymethylation
A tour of techniques for measuring DNA hydroxymethylation
Brains in Action, The Scientist, February 1
Neuroscientists are automating neural imaging and recording, allowing them to monitor increasingly large swaths of the brain in living, behaving animals.
Neuroscientists are automating neural imaging and recording, allowing them to monitor increasingly large swaths of the brain in living, behaving animals.
Facing Rejection, The Scientist website, January 17
Following face transplant, T cells from donor skin appear to be active at sites of rejection, perhaps to protect the tissue from attack by the recipient immune system.
Following face transplant, T cells from donor skin appear to be active at sites of rejection, perhaps to protect the tissue from attack by the recipient immune system.
Simple Synapse Formation? The Scientist website, January 7
During the construction of an early neural circuit in tadpoles, synapses seem to form between neurons based on proximity rather than identification.
2013
Surface Texture Influences Differentiation, The Scientist website, December 18
The topography of a stem cell’s environment can influence cilia length, which in turn modulates cell signaling and development.
The topography of a stem cell’s environment can influence cilia length, which in turn modulates cell signaling and development.
How Science Goes Viral, The Connectivist, December 18 (also Scientific American, December 23)
More scientists are using social media to measure the impact of their work, but they're still in the process of figuring out what online popularity means for their careers.
More scientists are using social media to measure the impact of their work, but they're still in the process of figuring out what online popularity means for their careers.
Cancer and Immune Cells Merge, The Scientist website, December 16
Mouse colon cancer cells can fuse with macrophages, leading to changes in tumor growth.
Mouse colon cancer cells can fuse with macrophages, leading to changes in tumor growth.
Intracellular Spirals, The Scientist, December 1
Membrane twists connect stacked endoplasmic reticulum sheets.
Membrane twists connect stacked endoplasmic reticulum sheets.
Herring Impaired, The Scientist, December 1
Changing ion channel densities allows fish to tune their hearing to male reproductive calls during breeding periods.
Changing ion channel densities allows fish to tune their hearing to male reproductive calls during breeding periods.
Next Generation: Cancer Drug in Disguise, The Scientist website, November 5
Researchers develop a strategy for rendering a toxic drug harmless—until it encounters a pair of enzymes that signals cancer cells are nearby.
Researchers develop a strategy for rendering a toxic drug harmless—until it encounters a pair of enzymes that signals cancer cells are nearby.
Neurons Govern Immunity, The Scientist, November 1
Hunger-associated molecules in the hypothalamus suppress inflammation.
Hunger-associated molecules in the hypothalamus suppress inflammation.
2013 Life Sciences Salary Survey, The Scientist, November 1
The Scientist opened up its annual Salary Survey to our international readers for the first time, revealing stark differences between average pay in the U.S., Europe, and the rest of the world.
The Scientist opened up its annual Salary Survey to our international readers for the first time, revealing stark differences between average pay in the U.S., Europe, and the rest of the world.
Genetic Roots of the Ashkenazi Jews, The Scientist website, October 8
Most Ashkenazi Jews, traditionally believed to have descended from the ancient tribes of Israel, may in fact be maternally descended from prehistoric Europeans.
Most Ashkenazi Jews, traditionally believed to have descended from the ancient tribes of Israel, may in fact be maternally descended from prehistoric Europeans.
Spew, Fly, Don’t Bother Me, The Scientist website, October 3
The frequent regurgitation practiced by flies as they ingest and digest food yields densely detailed paintings.
The Leprosy Bacillus, circa 1873, The Scientist, October 1
A scientist’s desperate attempts to prove that Mycobacterium leprae causes leprosy landed him on trial, but his insights into the disease’s pathology were eventually vindicated.
A scientist’s desperate attempts to prove that Mycobacterium leprae causes leprosy landed him on trial, but his insights into the disease’s pathology were eventually vindicated.
Bonding in the Lab, The Scientist, October 1
How to make your lab less like a factory and more like a family
How to make your lab less like a factory and more like a family
Overcoming Fears While Napping, The Scientist website, September 22
Repeated exposure to fear-associated stimuli during short bouts of sleep made study participants less frightened of related provocations once they awoke.
Repeated exposure to fear-associated stimuli during short bouts of sleep made study participants less frightened of related provocations once they awoke.
More-Primitive Stem Cells Produced, The Scientist website, September 11
Reprogramming cells within live mice yields a new type of induced pluripotent stem cell.
Reprogramming cells within live mice yields a new type of induced pluripotent stem cell.
Flexible Cells, The Scientist, September 1
When stretched, lung cells signal to each other by releasing ATP.
When stretched, lung cells signal to each other by releasing ATP.
Microbial Fuel Factories, The Scientist, September 1
An archaeon takes the first steps toward making a liquid fuel from carbon dioxide and hydrogen gas.
An archaeon takes the first steps toward making a liquid fuel from carbon dioxide and hydrogen gas.
Organs on Demand, The Scientist, September 1
Organs on Demand
3-D printing has made inroads in the clinic, but constructing functional complex organs still faces major hurdles.
Organs on Demand
3-D printing has made inroads in the clinic, but constructing functional complex organs still faces major hurdles.
Gene a Pain for Statin Users, The Scientist website, August 28
A genetic variant may help explain why some patients experience muscle discomfort and dysfunction while taking the cholesterol-lowering medications.
A genetic variant may help explain why some patients experience muscle discomfort and dysfunction while taking the cholesterol-lowering medications.
Language Makes the Invisible Visible, The Scientist website, August 12
Hearing the name of an object may make people more likely to see it.
Hearing the name of an object may make people more likely to see it.
Gene Spans Mental Disorders, The Scientist website, August 6
Defects in TOP3β may lead to neural development problems in people with fragile X syndrome and schizophrenia.
Defects in TOP3β may lead to neural development problems in people with fragile X syndrome and schizophrenia.
Floppy Cells, The Scientist, August 1
Cell division in L-forms—bacterial variants that have no cell walls—could shed light on how primitive life forms replicated.
Cell division in L-forms—bacterial variants that have no cell walls—could shed light on how primitive life forms replicated.
Sketching out Cell Theory, circa 1837, The Scientist, August 1
How a dinner-table conversation between two biologists led to the formulation of the theory that cells are the building blocks of all living organisms
How a dinner-table conversation between two biologists led to the formulation of the theory that cells are the building blocks of all living organisms
Smoke Detectors, The Scientist, August 1
Ancient receptors in seeds bind a small molecule in smoke that promotes germination.
Ancient receptors in seeds bind a small molecule in smoke that promotes germination.
Best Places to Work Academia 2013, The Scientist, August 1
Institutional funding and research support is critical to academics during this time of continued budgetary belt-tightening across government agencies.
Institutional funding and research support is critical to academics during this time of continued budgetary belt-tightening across government agencies.
Secrets of Re-sprouting Heads, The Scientist website, July 24
Researchers identify a signaling pathway that can control how well flatworms regenerate the front parts of their bodies.
Researchers identify a signaling pathway that can control how well flatworms regenerate the front parts of their bodies.
Bacterial Gene Transfer Gets Sexier, The Scientist website, July 9
Mycobacterium smegmatis can donate larger portions of its genome to other bacteria than previously thought, approaching the level of gene shuffling seen in sexual reproduction.
Mycobacterium smegmatis can donate larger portions of its genome to other bacteria than previously thought, approaching the level of gene shuffling seen in sexual reproduction.
Brain Methylation Map Published, The Scientist website, July 4
The epigenetic modification of brain cells undergoes great shifts over the course of mouse and human development.
Peter Cornish: Ribosome Cowboy, The Scientist, July 1
Profile of an up-and-coming Mizzou biochemist
Profile of an up-and-coming Mizzou biochemist
Transport Breakdown, The Scientist, July 1
Deficiencies in a cellular motor that carries a serotonin receptor are associated with anxiety in mice.
Deficiencies in a cellular motor that carries a serotonin receptor are associated with anxiety in mice.
Cool Genes, The Scientist, July 1
A thermosensitive ion channel helps C. elegans live longer at cold temperatures.
A thermosensitive ion channel helps C. elegans live longer at cold temperatures.
Sticking Power, The Scientist, July 1
An adhesive inspired by a parasitic worm could help better affix skin grafts in burn patients.
An adhesive inspired by a parasitic worm could help better affix skin grafts in burn patients.
Drug Mechanism Questioned, The Scientist website, June 25
A study fails to confirm that the small molecule PTC124, in development for multiple genetic disorders, aids in read-through of premature stop codons.
A study fails to confirm that the small molecule PTC124, in development for multiple genetic disorders, aids in read-through of premature stop codons.
Epigenetics Play Cupid for Prairie Voles, The Scientist website, June 2
Females of the pair-bonded rodent species become attached to their lifelong mates following histone modifications near oxytocin and vasopressin receptor genes.
Females of the pair-bonded rodent species become attached to their lifelong mates following histone modifications near oxytocin and vasopressin receptor genes.
Best Places to Work Industry 2013, The Scientist, June 1
Our final survey of the life-science industry workplace highlights the companies—small and large, domestic and international—that are making their researchers feel valued and at home.
Our final survey of the life-science industry workplace highlights the companies—small and large, domestic and international—that are making their researchers feel valued and at home.
Ants on Burglar Watch, The Scientist website, May 22
An ant species that lives on a carnivorous pitcher plant keeps nutrient thieves from escaping by eating them.
An ant species that lives on a carnivorous pitcher plant keeps nutrient thieves from escaping by eating them.
Decoding Bacterial Methylomes, The Scientist website, May 15
A new technique could soon spur unprecedented insight into the role of bacterial epigenetics in the evolution of pathogen virulence.
A new technique could soon spur unprecedented insight into the role of bacterial epigenetics in the evolution of pathogen virulence.
Revealing Metamorphosis, The Scientist website, May 14
Three-dimensional imaging of living chrysalises shows how butterflies develop.
Three-dimensional imaging of living chrysalises shows how butterflies develop.
Flying Frog, 1855, The Scientist, May 1
Alfred Russel Wallace, Darwin’s unheralded codiscoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection, found inspiration in the specimens he collected on his travels.
Alfred Russel Wallace, Darwin’s unheralded codiscoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection, found inspiration in the specimens he collected on his travels.
Ancient Appearances, The Scientist, May 1
A new DNA assay developed by forensic scientists helps archaeologists reconstruct eye and hair color from old teeth and bones.
A new DNA assay developed by forensic scientists helps archaeologists reconstruct eye and hair color from old teeth and bones.
Brain Is Command Center for Aging, The Scientist website, May 1
Inflammation in the hypothalamus may induce degeneration in tissues throughout the body.
Inflammation in the hypothalamus may induce degeneration in tissues throughout the body.
Characterizing H7N9, The Scientist website, April 26
What scientists are learning about the zoonotic flu virus that has infected more than 100 people in China since February
What scientists are learning about the zoonotic flu virus that has infected more than 100 people in China since February
A Link Between Autism and Cannabinoids, The Scientist website, April 11
Mutations tied to autism in mice lead to deficits in the signaling pathway activated by marijuana.
Mutations tied to autism in mice lead to deficits in the signaling pathway activated by marijuana.
Are Termites Behind Fairy Circles? The Scientist website, March 28
The sand termite Psammotermes allocerus could be responsible for mysterious circles of grass in southern Africa.
The sand termite Psammotermes allocerus could be responsible for mysterious circles of grass in southern Africa.
Isolation Harms Health, The Scientist website, March 25
Being socially isolated could increase death risk in the elderly even if they don’t feel lonely.
Being socially isolated could increase death risk in the elderly even if they don’t feel lonely.
Atoms and Arias, The Scientist website, March 22
A Portuguese professor explores the poisons and potions of opera.
A Portuguese professor explores the poisons and potions of opera.
Salt at Fault? The Scientist website, March 6
Two groups of researchers independently showed that high salt exposure stimulates cells implicated in multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases.
Two groups of researchers independently showed that high salt exposure stimulates cells implicated in multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases.
Avian Inspiration Takes Flight to New Heights, Audubon Magazine, March-April issue
Birds' wing physiology and flying behaviors still influence aeronautics today.
Birds' wing physiology and flying behaviors still influence aeronautics today.
Natural STD Protection for Women? The Scientist website, February 28
An interferon found in the female reproductive tract may help guard against sexually transmitted diseases such as herpes.
An interferon found in the female reproductive tract may help guard against sexually transmitted diseases such as herpes.
Drugged Fish Act Different, The Scientist website, February 14
A psychiatric drug in the water can cause perch to be less social, more voracious hunters.
A psychiatric drug in the water can cause perch to be less social, more voracious hunters.
Why Women’s Eggs Don’t Last, The Scientist website, February 13
As reproductive tissues age, DNA repair mechanisms become less efficient, causing genomic damage to accumulate.
As reproductive tissues age, DNA repair mechanisms become less efficient, causing genomic damage to accumulate.
Fat Dads’ Epigenetic Legacy, The Scientist website, February 7
Children with obese fathers show epigenetic changes that may affect their health.
Children with obese fathers show epigenetic changes that may affect their health.
2012 Bird Madness Winner: American Kestrel, Audubon Magazine online, January 25
Meet the champ of our second annual people's choice competition
Meet the champ of our second annual people's choice competition
Quail Use Camouflage to Keep Their Eggs Safe, Audubon Magazine blog, January 17
In Flies’ Innards, Vital Clues to Biodiversity, New York Times Green Blog, January 8
Online Explorers: How You Can Help Scientists, Audubon Magazine, January-February issue
Legions of volunteers are helping experts solve the mysteries of the natural world.
Legions of volunteers are helping experts solve the mysteries of the natural world.
2012
Connecting Chicagoans With Birds, Audubon Magazine online, December 21
A historian finds a unique way to connect South Side residents with avian species.
A historian finds a unique way to connect South Side residents with avian species.
Birders New and Old Gather for the Annual Central Park Christmas Bird Count, Audubon Magazine blog, December 12
Disease Threatens Koalas, Audubon Magazine blog, November 1
Food Fight, Scienceline, October 27
Is California’s ballot proposition to label genetically engineered foods “anti-science”?
Is California’s ballot proposition to label genetically engineered foods “anti-science”?
Predicting the Next Pandemic: How Disease from the Wild Spills Over Into Humans, Audubon Magazine blog, October 24
Help Scientists Explore the Seafloor, Audubon Magazine blog, October 10
More Than One Kind of Partner for a Supernova, New York Times (Observatory column), August 27
Bacteria From Humans Are Found in Chimps, New York Times (Observatory column), August 27
Learning Doesn't Stop When You're Asleep, New York Times (Observatory column), August 27
Baby Boomers Urged to Get Hepatitis C Test, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 20
Chickenpox Down 80 Percent Since 2000, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 20
Heart-Attack Test Rules Out False Alarms, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 20
More Americans Are Going for a Walk, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 13
Car Safety Lacking for Children, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 13
CT Scans More Likely for White Children, New York Times (Vital Signs column), August 13
For Taller Sand Castles, the Secret Is Less Water, New York Times (Observatory column), August 9
Transplant Centers Struggle With Donors' Obesity, New York Times, August 6
What happens if you want to donate an organ but you have a high BMI?
What happens if you want to donate an organ but you have a high BMI?
How to Tell an Elephant From a Cat? Check the Larynx, New York Times (Observatory column), August 2
Tiny Outsider Seems to Help Mosses Reproduce, New York Times (Observatory column), July 23
Keeping Parkinson's Disease a Secret, New York Times, July 9
Many people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease tell few. Why?
Many people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease tell few. Why?
Pondering a Link Between Forest Fires and Climate Change, New York Times Green Blog, June 28
On the Trail of Oil-Munching Organisms, New York Times Green Blog, June 14
Solving the Genomic Jigsaw Puzzle, Scienceline, May 1
The price of DNA sequencing has fallen precipitously. But at what cost?
The price of DNA sequencing has fallen precipitously. But at what cost?
City of the Dead, Scienceline, April 16
An essay on visiting Most Holy Trinity Cemetery in NYC
An essay on visiting Most Holy Trinity Cemetery in NYC
2011
Reconstructing a Disaster, Scienceline, December 10
A government report digs deeper into the Upper Big Branch mine explosion.
A government report digs deeper into the Upper Big Branch mine explosion.
A Tale of Three Cities, Scienceline, November 18
Ecologist Eric Sanderson on New York City’s past, present and future.
Ecologist Eric Sanderson on New York City’s past, present and future.