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The science behind the sanctions

The science behind the sanctions

Sensible response to Iran and its nuclear ambitions means understanding the science behind the sanctions.

“I watch it morning, noon and night. I take the threat very seriously” U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Mark Fox said at a recent news conference in Bahrain. More…

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From index cards to information overload

From index cards to information overload

The perks and pitfalls of scientific databases

Almost human

Almost human

Navigating the uncanny valley

Chemistry Nobel honors discoverer of unique solid matter

Chemistry Nobel honors discoverer of unique solid matter

Sole chemistry winner recognized for controversial work on quasicrystals

A mindless future

A mindless future

How will smart technologies affect our cognitive ability?

Listening to the sun on a loop

Image credit: NASA

A composer pricks his ears up for NASA and helps make a discovery

Meet a guy who makes video games for a living

Meet a guy who makes video games for a living

A conversation with NYU professor Jan Plass

Rethinking the password

Sometimes, it’s better to keep it sweet and simple