Science

Scientific output has never been higher, yet truly disruptive discoveries appear to be declining. A look at why breakthrough science is...

Qualitative and quantitative research serve different purposes. An overview of their philosophical foundations, methods, strengths and when...

From lignin to light, a bonfire is biology, chemistry and physics in action. The science behind why wood burns, flames glow yellow and ash...

From Tuskegee to the Belmont Report, how did modern research ethics come to be? A reflection on 40 years of principles that still govern...

How common are uncited research papers? A closer look at publication metrics, bibliometrics, and what citation counts really say about...

AI is reshaping how scientists create figures. We explore the opportunities, ethical risks and practical guidelines for responsible use in...

From ghost authorship to AI, scientific authorship has changed beyond recognition. A 40 year perspective on credit, contribution and...

Gene therapy has transformed care for rare diseases — but is it a scalable future for medicine? A critical look at the costs, complexity...

Could mass weight loss from GLP-1 drugs generate a measurable CO₂ pulse? We explore the carbon science behind obesity pharmacotherapy —...

Valentine’s Day tomorrow offers the opportunity for a familiar narrative about matters of the heart.