And the Nobel Prize in physics goes to….climate researchers? It’s complicated.The Nobel Prize in physics has been awarded to three scientists who have delved into the intricacies of climate: Giorgio Parisi of Italy…Oct 6, 2021Oct 6, 2021
Bringing back mammothsA new startup venture co-founded by gene editing pioneer George Church aims to bring woolly mammoths back to the Arctic.Sep 14, 2021Sep 14, 2021
Hottest June on RecordThe US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration made it official: June 2021 was the hottest June on record in the US. And that was…Jul 10, 2021Jul 10, 2021
Cicada scienceThe drone of Brood X cicadas fills my neighborhood. They’ve been hidden underground for seventeen years. When they finally emerge into the…May 23, 2021May 23, 2021
Earth: There’s no place like homeAs a science fiction writer, I spend a lot of time thinking about what life on other worlds might be like. For Earth Day, let’s celebrate…Apr 22, 2021Apr 22, 2021
In a time when we've been battered by tragedy, it's so important to help each other survive loss…Apr 5, 2021Apr 5, 2021
How mammoths could save the world.My newest book Project Hannibal is premised on the resurrection of mammoths — yes, mammoths — to help fight climate change. Sound…Mar 12, 2021Mar 12, 2021
Danger to Earth: Climate change threatens the permafrost2020 was a terrible year. We’re all hoping 2021 will reign in the coronavirus, stem the death and destruction the disease has caused, ease…Jan 15, 2021Jan 15, 2021
Tax the richBack in Ronald Reagan’s presidency, “trickle-down” theory was used to justify cutting the US income tax rate on the highest tax brackets…Dec 24, 2020Dec 24, 2020
Pro sports players just became my new heroesFor millions, sports figures are heroes. They are models of courage, hard work, and teamwork. They persevere despite pain and keep heart…Aug 27, 2020Aug 27, 2020
