Science Issues

Commentary on current science-related issues in the public domain.

Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Personal Care Products Linked to Breast Cancer

Mounting evidence suggests a link between chemicals in consumer products and breast cancer.

Atmosphere: Earth and Elsewhere

What's so important about an atmosphere? Find out here.

Resistance to New Ideas

Many of the most important advances in scientific understanding were initially rejected or ignored.

The Need for Science Funding

In an era of global science, other nations are increasing their science budgets. Why aren't we?