CoronaVirus Mask Legislation

Why are we being mandated to wear masks when no one has proven that they are either safe or effective in efforts to overcome COVID-19 spread.

Masters of Disguise

A winning photograph of octopus eggs reveals early organs of camouflage. The post Masters of Disguise appeared first on Nautilus.

The Once and Future Woods

Cathedrals, seed banks, and oaks: How to live in times of change. The post The Once and Future Woods appeared first on Nautilus.

The Power of Small Wonderments

Alan Lightman’s three greatest revelations while writing The Miraculous from the Material. The post The Power of Small Wonderments appeared first on Nautilus.

Color Makes the Universe

How a flashy opal inspired artist Tyler Thrasher's new book. The post Color Makes the Universe appeared first on Nautilus.

The Rituals of Art, Science, and Superstition

A conversation with Issue 58 cover artist Ellen Weinstein. The post The Rituals of Art, Science, and Superstition appeared first on Nautilus.

The Power of Small Brain Networks

It only takes four neurons to achieve big things. The post The Power of Small Brain Networks appeared first on Nautilus.

Your Data’s Strange Undersea Voyage

The internet is a series of tubes. In the ocean. The post Your Data’s Strange Undersea Voyage appeared first on Nautilus.

When Pollution Brings Snow

Metals and minerals from industry can trigger snowfall over hundreds of miles. The post When Pollution Brings Snow appeared first on Nautilus.

Discovery of Culprit Behind Scars in Heart Failure Points to Possible Treatment Target

More than 6 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure, a condition that develops when the heart can’t pump enough blood to meet the demands of the body. While lifestyle changes and treatment can

The Mystery of the Vanished Catfish

Was the Fat Catfish ever really there at all? The post The Mystery of the Vanished Catfish appeared first on Nautilus.

Digging Into the First Work of Modern Ecology

What Carl Linneaus can teach us about animal appetites. The post Digging Into the First Work of Modern Ecology appeared first on Nautilus.

Advancing a Whole-Person Approach to Women’s Health Research

So many women—myself included—have benefitted from significant medical breakthroughs over the past 60 years. As a breast cancer survivor, I’ve been fortunate to have access to excellent care. An

Salivary Enzyme Behind Our Carb Cravings May Have Unexpectedly Ancient History

Digestion involves much more than just your stomach. The digestive process that fuels your body begins in your mouth each time you take a bite of food and chew. An enzyme in your saliva, called amylas

Celebrating Dr. Steven Rosenberg’s 50 Years at the National Cancer Institute

In September, I was pleased to get the chance to take part in a special event honoring the groundbreaking work of Dr. Steven A. Rosenberg, the Chief of the Surgery Branch at the National Cancer Instit

Many People with Long COVID Have Signs of Persistent SARS-CoV-2 Proteins, New Findings Show

In 2021, NIH launched the Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery (RECOVER) Initiative, a nationwide research program, to fully understand, diagnose, and treat Long COVID. We continue to learn more abo

Recognizing the Curiosity-Driven Discoveries by 2024 Nobel Prize Winners Ambros, Ruvkun, and Baker

Earlier this month, we were honored to add three names to the list of Nobel laureates whose work has been supported by NIH. The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was jointly awarded to Victor

Complete Fruit Fly Brain ‘Connectome’ Advances Understanding of Essential Brain Functions in Health and Disease

You’ve surely seen fruit flies in your kitchen, perhaps hovering around a bowl of citrus fruits or over a glass of wine. While these insects might not seem especially brainy, typical fruit fly behav

Bacteria Flip Gene Segments to Alter Proteins Surprisingly Often, with Implications for Human Health

Proteins are vital to our bodies. They serve as structural building blocks for our tissues and organs and are responsible for their functioning in both health and disease. Genes, like recipes, contain

Commemorating the NIH and Voices For Our Fathers Legacy Foundation Partnership

In September, I was honored to unveil a new plaque in the National Library of Medicine’s Herb Garden commemorating the partnership between NIH and the Voices For Our Fathers Legacy Foundation (VFOFL

Repurposed Cancer Drug Shows Effectiveness in Treating Rare Blood Vessel Disorder

Developing a new drug from scratch can take a decade or more. But sometimes promising treatment options come from repurposing existing drugs for completely different medical conditions. I’m happy to

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