Gradually increasing the price of fossil fuels is considered a key element of effective climate policy—and yet it remains the subject of bitter controversy. In a new book, experts from the Potsdam ...

Putting batteries in a refrigerator or freezer to prolong their life and keep them fresh is a widely shared myth that’s been debunked by scientists and battery makers alike. The truth is, keeping ...

The rise of antibiotic resistance is an evolving global public-health crisis. Each year, antibiotic-resistant bacteria cause over 2.5 million infections and 23,000 deaths. Research suggests that while ...

Misconceptions about the nature and practice of science abound and are sometimes even held by otherwise respectable practicing scientists themselves. I have dispelled some of them (misconceptions, not ...

KEARNEY — Misconceptions about science can lead to some very interesting results in popular entertainment. “Initially I was planning on looking at some bigger things about common misconceptions,” said ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

HOUSTON — Visit Award-winning British science writer, Brian Clegg, at his website.. "Lightning Often Strikes Twice: The 50 Biggest Misconceptions In Science" is available now everywhere books are sold ...