Reflections on what’s coming up Next Week in Science
A few thoughts going into next week. Also, don’t forget we’re on Bluesky now, so follow up over there. Daylight Savings Time I’m pretty surprised that we’ve never covered daylight… Read More
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Next week in Science, February 28, 2025
If I had my druthers, I would have written a nice piece on the science of leap day. That would have been fun. As it turns out, most of our… Read More
Next Week in Science, February 14, 2025
One thing’s for sure, lots of scientist and scientific support staff will be losing their jobs. We already know about the indirect rate cut, which I need to blog a… Read More
Next Week in Science, February 7, 2025
So we’re watching the news from NSF carefully. The heat on the street is also that HHS is going to be subject to major cut next week. Also, if you… Read More
We’re on Bluesky Now
Just a quick PSA that we’ve moved over to Bluesky. So check us out there if you want to plug into the conversation! And don’t forget to sign up for… Read More
Science Under Threat: Why Your Support for This Week in Science Matters
Science is under attack. Misinformation spreads faster than ever, research funding is increasingly politicized, and access to credible, open science is being restricted. Now more than ever, staying connected to… Read More
Next Week in Science, January 31, 2025
Most of the recent decisions from the federal administration have impacted our health-focused colleagues. We’ll be digging in to see what the implications are for more of our STEM-focused brethren… Read More
Next Week in Science, January 24, 2024
Obviously, the big news this week is about policy. Recent actions by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have raised significant… Read More
Next Week in Science, January 17, 2025
We’ve been a bit unplugged this week, spending some well-earned time off in San Diego. Before going to the airport, we stopped at the Sunset Cliffs and walked down to… Read More
Unlocking the Moon’s Mysteries: The Great Remelting Event
What if the Moon, our steadfast nighttime companion, once melted and reshaped itself in a cosmic dance of tidal forces? While the Moon’s formation has long been attributed to a… Read More