Former Ethiopian Health Minister Becomes First African Head of the WHO
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, praised for health reforms in his own country, takes the helm at a critical time.
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Major Global Research Funders Take Strong Lead on Clinical Trial Transparency
Major Global Research Funders Take Strong Lead on Clinical Trial Transparency
Some of the world’s largest research funders and NGOs today agreed to adopt the WHO's strong standards on clinical trial transparency.
India Nears Approval of First GM Food Crop
Government may delay decision pending court decisions.
What Do Policymakers Want From Scientists?
What policymakers want from scientists, and what were the implications for synthesising evidence in ways that meet policy needs?
Marine Le Pen Is a ‘Terrible Danger,’ French Research Leaders Say
Marine Le Pen Is a ‘Terrible Danger,’ French Research Leaders Say
Scientific community calls on voters not to support the candidate of the National Front
The Problem With the March for Science
Our culture’s understanding of science is very, very broken, and on Saturday, it was impossible to ignore.
The Growing Case for Geoengineering
As climate change accelerates, a handful of scientists are eager to move ahead with experiments testing ways to counteract warming artificially.
Doctors Have Decades of Experience Fighting “Fake News.” Here’s How they Win.
Some lessons from the health community’s long battle with misinformation.
How ‘Alternative Facts’ Could Be Tackled with Science Diplomacy
Science diplomacy enables scientists to help tackle issues such as protectionism and government control over research findings, and could even mitigate the future threat of wars over knowledge and data.
March for Science Geneva
On April 22nd, 2017, the March For Science, Geneva, will be one of hundreds of marches taking place around the world to affirm that science is crucial to society — and belongs to everyone.
Millions of Online Book Co-Purchases Reveal Partisan Differences in the Consumption of Science
Millions of Online Book Co-Purchases Reveal Partisan Differences in the Consumption of Science
The political left and right share an interest in science in general, but not science in particular. the political left and right share an interest in science in general, but not science in particular.
Why We Are Marching for Science
The vision for what is hoped to be the largest science advocacy event in history.
As Marches Approach, Science Advocates Warn Universities to Prepare for Backlash
As a young professor 25 years ago, Lisa J. Graumlich awoke to a career success: Her work studying tree-ring patterns to reconstruct 1,000 years of global climate history had just become headline news...
Why We Need The Humanities More Than Ever
In our complex and interconnected world, we need leaders of imagination, understanding, and emotional intelligence. To cultivate such leaders, we must value and invest in the humanities, says Peter Salovey, President of Yale University.
Leading Experts One Step Closer to Evidence-Informed Policymaking
40 leading experts working on the theory and practice of evidence for policy convened in Brussels to discuss the specific competences needed to succeed in this area.
Fighting Fake News With Science
Behavioral and computer scientists are working together to combat the spread of bogus stories.
Measles Outbreak Across Europe
The World Health Organization says cases are climbing where immunisation coverage has dropped.
How to Resist Threats to Science
Broader forms of activism are needed to protect evidence-based policy.
What Exactly Are People Marching for When They March for Science?
The event has around 21 stated goals.
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