NASW news
The National Association of Science Writers sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency last week to comment on an unusual and restrictive press office episode that affected science reporters at several environmental news organizations.
Mar. 26, 2018Building partnerships across national borders, cultures, disciplines and institutions is recognized as one of the most effective ways to solve international development challenges.
Bird behavior gives clues that can help solve human social, economic and health-related problems.
Current research has uncovered specific combinations of gut bacteria in mice that can predict conditions like irritable bowel disorder and multiple sclerosis. If those findings replicate in humans, they could change approaches to treatment.
Growing human organs in barnyard animals may solve the shortage in those needed for transplants.
Mar. 9, 2018Vaccines, commonly used to prevent diseases caused by viruses, could also be used in the near future to prevent opioid use disorder and other substance use disorders.
Mar. 9, 2018Measurements of the greenhouse gas methane near high-emission industrial sites in California have influenced regulatory changes and may outline a path for other states to follow, experts say.
Mar. 9, 2018Longtime ScienceWriters editor Lynne Friedmann has let us know that her last issue will be Winter 2018-19, as she moves on to her own book project. To say she will be missed is an understatement. Later this year, we will announce a search to fill her organized and thoughtful shoes.
Mar. 9, 2018