An American Horror Story: The AHCA and Anencephaly
Among the other problems with the American Health Care Act bill is its failure to deal with many prenatal problems. Dr. Ricki Lewis illustrates.
The Wall Jumper: Unpaywall
Jon Tennant opines on the newest way to get science writing out of its prison and into the hands of readers.
The WIPO Broadcasting Treaty Would be a Body Blow for Online Video
The World Intellectual Property Organization is seeking a treaty to redefine broadcast rights, leaving online video hanging out to dry. EFF’s Jeremy Malcolm goes to Geneva to talk sense.
After the March for Science, What Now?
Renewing engagement with science in a time of extreme politicking may be difficult, but it is the only way forward. Yoo Jung Kim writes.
Print Your Own Body Parts
Advances in 3D printing may help patients who need prosthetics. It could even transform mobility for millions around the world. Ian Birrell writes.
The A to Z of Amazon
Stacy Lawson probes The World According to Amazon in this alphabetical array.
“More Complex Than Previously Thought”
Andrew Farke reminds us that doubt can be fun, especially if you’re a scientist.
What Does It Mean to Be Human?
Gaia Vince discovers that analyzing the genetics of ancient humans means changing ideas about our evolution.
Setting the Record Straight: What the Congressional Review Act Means for Your Privacy
How is your online privacy at risk under the new administration? Dallas Harris recounts the latest threat: calling all your browsing “non-sensitive.”
Civic Tech or Civic Business? Digital technology will not help democracy without adopting its foundations
From Regards Citoyens, a look into how “civic tech” needs to be connected with actual civics if it is to be anything but a ploy.
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