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Some articles. . .

Scientists deploy genetic forensics to protect overhunted animals.

Museum scientists are delving into the mysterious depths of Africa's Congo River to discover why so many fish species—some truly bizarre—have evolved here.

In 1861, a peculiar medical case launched the study of language and the brain. If only the field's founding fathers could see what modern brain scanners do.

Thanks to particle accelerators, paleontologists can now don the best X-ray specs in the world.

For marine life with hard shells, climate change means more than just warming.

A new toilet turns human waste to biofuel for sanitation-strapped cities.

Is global warming shifting into high gear? A new federal project aims to find out.

When—and where—did human imagination emerge?

The nation's satellites document environmental threats around the globe. So why is the future of earth observation in peril?


. . .and a pair of books for kids.

Answer Girl series CHILDREN'S BOOKS / SCHOLASTIC / 2001 and 2003 “I'd like to begin by saying...you're welcome. Because I know—in advance—that you'll thank me for this book. In it, kids get their questions about the human brain answered. Their problems are solved. Mysteries are explained! Think of my answers not only as science information, but science advice...” Illustrated by Debbie Palen.