March 1, 2008

Running on Wind?

Michael B. McElroy’s research group has launched an extensive program to define the potential of wind power as a source of electricity...

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Published in the March-April 2008 print issue in the section.

Harvard’s Arthur Kleinman reflects on what’s lost when healthcare systems prioritize efficiency.

At informational town hall meetings, faculty and staff press administrators for details.

The Harvard Kennedy School professor has led inquiries into the polarizing conflicts in the Middle East.

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

Author and Harvard Divinity School writer-in-residence Terry Tempest Williams finds beauty in the world around us.

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

The Harvard Arts Medalist wants his smash-hit Cats revival to reach “as many young queer people” as possible.

Growing liver implants, mapping the sense of smell, and journalism at risk

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