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The challenges of antiviral treatments
Antibiotics abound, but virus-fighting drugs are harder to come by, and Covid-19 amply shows how much we need them. Fortunately, scientists are getting better at making and finding them.
The evolution of proteins from mysteries to medicines
An essay in observance of National Protein Day.
Racial stereotypes drive students of color away from STEM
But many still persist. Here’s what one researcher has to say about the psychological and physical toll of persistence.
W.E.B. Du Bois embraced science to fight racism
As editor of the magazine for 24 years, Du Bois featured articles about biology, evolution, archaeology in Africa and more to refute the rampant scientific racism of the early 20th century.
Intense scrutiny of Chinese-born researchers in the US threatens innovation
The recent arrest of an MIT engineering professor has once again drawn attention to the role of China in the U.S. science and technology system.
All about Ph.D. committee meetings
Our academic careers columnist breaks down everything you need to know: What they are, what they’re for, and how to get the most out of them.
Picture this: The 2nd annual JBC Methods Madness tournament
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Learning to be a science superhero
To mark the International Day of Education, Allie Smith looks back on the experiences that shaped their desire to become a scientist and teach others about science.
Sharing know-how with Project SHORT
This program provides one-on-one mentoring through the grad school admissions process.
It’s the little things
The essays in January wellness issue emphasize small actions to ease pandemic stress.
Finding ‘ikigai’ during a pandemic
A book about the purposeful habits of the elderly in Japan has inspired Deboleena Guharay to maintain healthy practices through the past year.
From grief to healing in the year of COVID-19
“My grandmother meant the world to me. Nothing could have prepared me for her death or the anger I directed at myself for being unable to help her during her final months.”
New-ish adventures help me reconnect
“One day in April while working from home, I was feeling particularly down, and every negative thought weighed down on me all at once. To counter this feeling, I thought, ‘Hey, what if I try something different and new?’”
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