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There’s this pervasive idea that science is somehow exempt from the ugly political world in which the rest of us wallow. But even a perfunctory look at the history of American science shows that this hasn’t always been the case.
A new study suggests that, contrary to common fears, the answer is no.
Lessons to US scientists in how to protect scientific integrity under US President Donald Trump.
New discoveries about the human mind show the limitations of reason.
Although scientists often are urged to share their expertise with policymakers, the idea that evidence should drive policy is not always accepted.
A number of NIH policies became effective in January. Here’s a brief recap.
Landscape Analysis of Mechanisms Around the World Engaging Scientists and Engineers in Policy.
Paul Cairney counsels homework and lots of patience.
22 April demonstrations planned for more than 100 cities around the world
In the wake of the Flint water crisis and with a new notably anti-science president, U.S. scientists are reevaluating how to navigate the tension between speaking out and a fear of losing research funding.
President Trump’s unconventional stances cannot go unchallenged.
The research commissioner Carlos Moedas has named the panel of 15 advisers who will steer the launch of the European Innovation Council.
John Morgan considers the impact on students and US scholars, and the political earthquake’s potential positives
Science, technology, and innovation are vital to America’s economy and workforce, and the competitiveness of U.S. industry. The authors offer five recommendations to ensure the establishment of an effective White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Research can produce good evidence to inform local, national and international policy that, in turn, has the potential to transform lives for the better. But influencing policy is neither easy nor automatic – you need to want to do it. To be successful, you need to be open to different ways of working. Here are 10 things you need to know.
After a decade of progress, Argentina’s scientists are battling a government bent on twisting public conceptions of their role.
The technique could be faster and more versatile than developing GMO crops from scratch.
