Features
March 2021
On the Origin of Spices
How humans ignored some plant defenses and became attracted to their taste and smell
May 2019
Viruses: the Ugly, the Bad, and the Good
Some of these biological agents are being recruited to combat bacterial infections.
February 2017
Underwater Barrens
Monitoring the fate of Southern Californian kelp requires a long view.
July-August 2017
Killing the Unkillable
Without new and transformative drugs, tuberculosis will persist.
July-August 2017
Gray Seals and White Sharks Meet Anew
With the return of nearly-extinct Gray Seals to New England waters come rarely-sighted White Sharks.
July-August 2017
Lessons from the Osprey Garden
Continued osprey success depends on abundant menhaden.
June 2017
Barrens to Blueberries
One of the most damaged areas on the planet has been repaired, in part, by a lowly bush.