A young botanist pays tribute to his mentor by naming a newly discovered, rare species in his honor.
A young botanist pays tribute to his mentor by naming a newly discovered, rare species in his honor.
August 1, 2011
Meet some of the people featured in the August 2011 issue of The Scientist.
Fisheries scientist ordered to refuse interviews about research on salmon decline.
For the first time, WHO warns against the use of a diagnostic method.
New data suggests that skin rashes are associated with lower risk of developing certain cancers.
Gene expression analysis allows researchers to predict which patients will respond to flu vaccines and possibly expedite vaccine development.
The deadly-when-eaten invasive amphibians that have been plaguing Australian wildlife for years continue to poison even after they’re dead.
The story of the US government’s efforts to stamp out smallpox in the early 20th century offers insights into the science and practice of mass vaccination.