We’ve hit peak obesity, but tough measures still needed to tackle waistlines
By Lisa Rutherford, ScotCen Social Research
Many of us are well versed in the negative health consequences of being obese. For those of us who...
Slavery in America: back in the headlines
By Daina Ramey Berry, University of Texas
Foundation essay: This article is part of a series marking the launch of The Conversation in the US....
We need to change how and where we build to be ready for a...
Keith Krumwiede, New Jersey Institute of Technology
The human and economic losses resulting from extreme weather events during the last several years vividly demonstrate the...
In a state wrought with racial tension, Jackie Robinson…
In a state wrought with racial tension, Jackie Robinson suited up for his first spring training game
Chris Lamb, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Seventy years ago,...
So much has changed since the first HIV test was approved 30 years ago
By Timothy P Lahey, Dartmouth College
Thirty years ago today, on March 2, 1985, the Food and Drug Administration approved a new HIV test. It...
Why stories matter for children’s learning
Peggy Albers, Georgia State University
Ever wondered why boys and girls choose particular toys, particular colors and particular stories? Why is it that girls want...
Autopsies from space: who killed the sea lions?
By Markus Horning, Oregon State University
A decade ago, we set out to unravel deep ocean crime scenes we weren’t even sure existed. The crime?...
Pot with patents could plant the seeds of future lawsuits
Craig Nard, Case Western Reserve University
It’s hard to make sense of cannabis regulation.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) continues to categorize marijuana as a Schedule...
