November 1, 2003

Buckskin Diplomacy

The objects Lewis and Clark acquired in negotiations with Indian nations have much to say.

by Christopher Reed

Published in the November-December 2003 print issue in the Features section.

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Psychologist Ellen Langer's unconventional research. Plus, read about applying mindfulness techniques to eating.

A documentary film turns a lens on the “1 percenters.”

There’s a growing movement to curb light pollution. It starts on your front porch.

New Harvard research finds octopuses go beyond sight and touch to find mates.

Harvard scientists identify hundreds of genes under selective pressure.