Tag: Science
Trump’s funding freeze is wreaking havoc on climate science
The recent actions taken by the Trump administration have sent shockwaves through the scientific research community in the…
The mood is ‘uncertain, anxious’ at 2025’s first big U.S. science meeting
“We need to make sure that if they’re going to cut funding for science, they’re going to be…
Trump Administration Lays Off CDC’s EIS Workers, Threatening Science And Public Health
The recent layoffs at the Center for Disease Control (CDC) have sent shockwaves through the public health community.…
Readers discuss an unsung scientist, a mutant bacterium named Chonkus, Science News’ new look
The life of Margaret S. Collins, the first Black female entomologist in the United States to earn a…
New NIH ‘Indirect Costs’ Funding Cuts Threaten Universities, Science
For example, the facilities and services that indirect costs help cover are essential for all faculty, staff, and…
The Trump Administration Is Targeting Science. The Scientific Integrity Act Could Help Protect It
The Importance of Upholding Scientific Integrity in Government Since the inauguration of the Trump administration, there has been…
Science at the Table: The Importance of Federal Advisory Committees in PolicymakingÂ
The Importance of Federal Advisory Committees in Government Decision-Making When faced with important decisions, whether it's related to…
RFK Jr. is wrong in saying vaccines cause autism. Here’s the science
It implicated the MMR vaccine as a possible cause of this new syndrome, known as autistic enterocolitis. The…
The science behind a better night’s sleep
Having a good night's sleep is crucial for maintaining both mental and physical health. Sleep experts emphasize the…
The TikTok Reversal And The Science Of Illogical Medical Decisions
In March 2024, the U.S. government made headlines by moving to ban TikTok, the popular social media platform…
Do science dioramas still have a place in today’s museums?
Visitors could see animals in their natural habitats, with meticulously crafted details that brought the scenes to life.…
Winning High School Science Fair Ideas: 16 Topics to Research & Report
Science fairs provide an excellent opportunity for high school students to delve into the world of scientific discovery.…