Science Summaries and Reviews
See all summaries and reviews from Science at a glance.
Science, 2020
The Calorie Counter
Evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer busts myths about how humans burn calories – and why
Science, 2021
The Bias Detective
Psychologist Jennifer Eberhardt explores the roots of unconscious bias – and its tragic consequences for US society
Science, 2020
Making Chemicals with Electricity
Hydrogen can be produced in electrically heated reactors, reducing CO2 emissions
Science, 2019
A Change of Mind
Scientists are Learning to Predict Psychosis Years in Advance – and Possibly Prevent it
Science, 2017
The Controversial Correlates of Consciousness
New data suggest that the prefrontal cortex ignites networks supporting consciousness.
Science, 2018
Crystalline Nets Snare Water and Make Fuel from Thin Air
Having solved stability problems, chemists think metal-organic frameworks are ready for a commercial ascent.
Science, 2019
Dubious Diagnosis
A war on “prediabetes” has created millions of new patients and a tempting opportunity for pharma. But how real is the condition?
Science, 2019
How AI Can Be a Force for Good
An ethical framework will help to harness the potential of AI while keeping humans in control
Science, 2018
The Perfect Wave
A scientist and a surfer team up to convert a landlocked lake into The Endless Summer dream
Science, 2017
Germany Seeks ‘Big Flip’ in Publishing Model
Consortium hopes to make all German-authored papers open access by paying annual fee
Science, 2017
The Rewarding Nature of Social Contact
New research in mice elucidates neural mechanisms underlying social interactions
Science, 2017
The Organoid Architect
Han Clevers pioneered lab-built mini-organs that can serve as models of disease
Science, 2017
In a Major Shift, Cancer Drugs Go ‘Tissue-Agnostic’
Encouraged by an FDA approval, companies design cancer drugs to work in any solid tumor
Science, 2017
‘Ancestry problem’ Sends CRISPR Astray in Some People
Reference genomes used to direct the gene editor fail to account for human diversity in those of African descent
Science, 2022
Discrimination Causes Nearly Instantaneous Spikes in Stress Hormones
The study of real-time cortisol levels opens the door to understanding how daily life events influence health
Science, 2022
Omicron Booster Shots Are Coming – With Lots of Questions
COVID-19 vaccines get their first update since the pandemic began. Here’s what you need to know about them
Science, 2022
