I had the honor of speaking with one of SciAm’s #SciAmYoungScientists, Jaye Gardiner @thegardinerlab.bsky.social. I was struck by Jaye’s enthusiasm for research and the genuine care she has for her students. Her love of science goes back to high school chemistry. @sciam.bsky.social
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Learning how the matrix around cells and tissues impacts cancers
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@timnitgebru.blacksky.app was really generous with her time when i asked her for this interview for @sciam.bsky.social #sciamyoungscientists. she has a lot of prescient things to say here. take a look. www.scientificamerican.com/article/timn...
Timnit Gebru on how to safeguard independent science for the AI age
On safeguarding independent research in the age of big tech
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"Michael E. Mann -- The famed climatologist talks about how science in the U.S. is under attack" | My (brief) Q&A with Andrea Thompson for @sciam.bsky.social: www.scientificamerican.com/article/mich...
Climate scientist Michael E. Mann on science 'under siege'
The famed climatologist talks about how science in the U.S. is under attack
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In Craig Venter's last interview before his death, his boldness was softened by humility and thoughtfulness. Read the full transcript here. www.scientificamerican.com/article/crai... @sciam.bsky.social @jcvi.org
J. Craig Venter’s last interview—on AI, risk-taking and immortality
In his final interview, the “swashbuckling” geneticist pointed the way for science
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Got questions about hantavirus? Let us know.
Scientific American@sciam.bsky.social · 3mo agoAt SciAm, we've been covering the hantavirus outbreak since it began: www.scientificamerican.com/hantavirus/. As we continue our reporting, we want to know--what questions you do you have about the virus, the outbreak, and what it means for public health?
Thank you to @sciam.bsky.social for letting me dig into the protein enhancement fad. 1. If you are an elite athlete, OR elderly/frail, maybe you do need extra protein. 2. That's not you. You're not an elite athlete. 3. If it is you: consider yogurt. www.scientificamerican.com/article/prot...
Are protein-boosted foods and drinks actually more healthy?
Extra protein can be found in everything now, from potato chips to Pop-Tarts. Does this benefit the average eater?
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Here are some of the most fascinating facts about animal moms, from naked mole rats to giraffes and octopuses
Celebrate Mother’s Day with nine bold, beautiful and bizarre animal moms
Here are some of the most fascinating facts about animal moms, from naked mole rats to giraffes and octopuses
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BREAKING: Finland’s Linda Lampenius will be allowed to play her violin live on the Eurovision stage next week for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Austria. Normally, Eurovision does not allow live instruments, but they have given an exception to Finland for their song “Liekinheitin.”
We're in peak spring bird migration! Here's my guide to making the most of this incredible spectacle, for @sciam.bsky.social 🧪🪶🦉
The spring bird migration is here and it's glorious. Get out and see it!
The migration of birds from their southern wintering grounds to their breeding grounds in the north is in full swing
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I got the chance to speak with Craig Venter @jcvi.org at the end of March about the state of American science, AI and genomes. I had no idea this might be one of his last interviews. Watch the interview here: youtu.be/Zxg38eUL5IY
‘Swashbuckling’ geneticist and human genome decoder J. Craig Venter dies at age 79
Scientist and medical technology entrepreneur J. Craig Venter published the first bacterial genome ever decoded in 1995. The result heralded a new age of discovery for genetics
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Hope is all well and good, but when it comes to fighting for Earth, one other motivation may be just as--or even more--powerful, @drkatemarvel.bsky.social told Science Quickly. Listen to the full episode here: www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/epis...
I'm super proud that our @sciam.bsky.social T1 diabetes pkg is a finalist for @nihcm.bsky.social Trade Journalism Award Finalists. @lizszabo.bsky.social @miriamquick.bsky.social @jeanna.bsky.social @jenchristiansen.com @rachelnuwer.bsky.social @laurenjyoung.bsky.social nihcm.org/awards/trade...
Trade Journalism Award Finalists
Recognizing excellence in writing for a specialized audience
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Thrilled to share this piece of mine from The Conversation. theconversation.com/artemis-ii-m...
Artemis II moonshot reflects a spacefaring vision present in Jules Verne’s 19th-century novel
Going to the Moon isn’t just about science. Novelist Jules Verne predicted some of the societal ramifications modern lunar missions are creating today.
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🌎 NASA's Artemis II crew comes home tonight. Watch live with us here: www.scientificamerican.com/video/watch-...
It's happening—we're about 2 hours away from the Artemis II mission splashdown! Here's a timeline of what to expect. Watch and follow @sciam.bsky.social for live updates (and s/o to @unamandita.bsky.social for the graphic!): tinyurl.com/443kra4s
Watch live as #Artemis II astronauts pass behind the moon. @sciam.bsky.social
Watch live—NASA’s Artemis II’s moon flyby is underway
Today the four astronauts of Artemis II are observing the far side of the moon, setting distance records and experiencing a solar eclipse
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We can have nice things! Follow SciAm's coverage as #Artemis II astronauts near an historic milestone and likely stunning pics ... of the far side of the moon. @sciam.bsky.social @meghanbartels.bsky.social @jackiefmogensen.bsky.social @clairehcameron.bsky.social @leebillings.bsky.social
NASA’s Artemis II moon mission nears its historic lunar flyby
The fifth day in space for Artemis II saw space suit tests, an Easter egg hunt and final preparations for an imminent close encounter with the moon
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#Artemis II update: Orion has separated from the rocket's upper stage 🚀 Our European Service Module is in the driving seat!
Read more about the just launched and historic moon mission from @nadiadrake.bsky.social who is on the ground at KSC! @sciam.bsky.social #artemis
NASA’s Artemis II launches on first crewed moon mission of the 21st century
A daring 10-day voyage will take four astronauts on a loop around the moon and set the stage for future forays to the lunar surface
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Artemis II has successfully launched and the first crewed moon mission of the 21st century is on its way! www.scientificamerican.com/article/nasa...
NASA’s Artemis II launches on first crewed moon mission of the 21st century
A daring 10-day voyage will take four astronauts on a loop around the moon and set the stage for future forays to the lunar surface
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We're at T-10 minutes, with the final poll for launch happening NOW! 🚀 🌔 🚀 We're watching live as NASA counts to launch for the Artemis II mission around the world, come join us! spklr.io/6002EyQBr
Need to get up to speed on the Artemis mission fast? Here's a handy guide to NASA's moon mission launching tonight! 🧪 🔭
Scientific American@sciam.bsky.social · 4mo ago🚀 🌔 NASA is planning to launch Artemis II to the moon in just seven hours! Here's your quick guide to the mission--read more at www.scientificamerican.com/report/nasa-...
It feels surreal that NASA might literally make history (again) this evening with the #Artemis II launch (🤞). Follow coverage on @sciam.bsky.social. And you can Watch it Live here:
NASA’s Artemis II moon mission heads to launch
The U.S. space agency is targeting Wednesday evening to loft four astronauts on what may be a record-breaking trip around the moon—see the spacecraft live
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I was surprised by yesterday's ruling on the liability of Meta and YouTube, mostly b/c this is such a knotty issue. @sciam.bsky.social would love to hear your thoughts. Scroll to the bottom of this article and click "Join the discussion." www.scientificamerican.com/article/jury...
Jury finds Meta and YouTube negligent in landmark social media addiction case
A Los Angeles trial jury found that Meta and YouTube are offering products that are addictive and harmful to young users’ mental health
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When @andreatweather.bsky.social asked @drkatemarvel.bsky.social what working for NASA meant to her, she said: "What a dream, right? Those four letters are magic. They stand for exploration and discovery and doing big things." Read more.
A top climate scientist just resigned from NASA. Here's why
Climate scientist Kate Marvel talked to Scientific American about her decision to leave NASA amid federal government turmoil and funding challenges
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