Science
Discover the scientific breakthroughs and engineering innovations being pioneered across Harvard’s labs and centers.
A Harvard Astrophysicist Explains the Bizarre Behavior of a Supergiant Star
The dimming and rapid rotation of Betelgeuse may be caused by a hidden companion.
by Saima Sidik
Harvard scientist captures image of cancer's single-cell origin
Seeing when cancer begins helps Leonard Zon track down factors triggering the disease.
Harvard endocrinologist David Ludwig says all calories are not created equal
Avoid refined sugars and processed carbohydrates, says endocrinologist David Ludwig.
by Laura Levis
Gene drives promise unprecedented human control of the environment
A technique for pushing genetic alterations through entire species of plants and animals may herald a future in which humans manage ecosystems through molecular biology.
Brief life of innovative surgeon Champ Lyons by Martin Dalton and Laurence Lyons
Brief life of an innovative surgeon: 1907-1965
E.O. Wilson on mammalian evolution
A long-time Harvard professor on why the human species ought to be a little humble
Harvard Portrait: James Mickens
A Harvard computer scientist on how to build a universe
Harvard historians: ice records shed light on medieval climate
Historians at Harvard's Initiative for the Science of the Human Past investigate ice cores.
Michelle Williams appointed Harvard public health dean
A faculty member and alumna becomes a leader in Longwood.
Harvard study estimates cancer risk in twins
A new study offers a clearer picture of how genetics and the environment influence cancer risk in families.
Harvard's David Parkes on artificial intelligence and economic reasoning
New thinking machines demand a new economic science.