Scientific American

Breakthroughs from two rival experiments, Germany’s Wendelstein 7-X and the Joint European Torus, suggest the elusive dream of controlled nuclear fusion may be within reach

Adult brains grow new neurons, and scientists have finally pinpointed where they come from

Evidence shows that Medicaid improves people’s health and is particularly vital for babies, older people in need of long-term care and people in rural communities

Canceled grants and slashed budgets are disproportionately affecting junior health researchers, dealing a major blow to the future of science and society in the U.S.

Answering the question of when consciousness emerges is deeply tied to the mystery of what it actually is and how it can be measured

Often framed as a boon for personal wellness, meditation helps us connect with and support others, too