ACE inhibitors can weaken the immune system’s ability to fight off serious bacterial infections, according to a new study in mice and a small group of people.
“Not the Science Type,” a four-part docuseries produced by 3M in partnership with Generous Films and AAAS, celebrates four female scientists who confront stereotypes as they rise to prominence in their fields.
Six new stories – focused on issues ranging from strained food ecosystems to deadly heat waves – have been added to How We Respond, a AAAS project that spotlights communities around the country taking innovative, science-based steps to respond to climate change.
Throughout 2020, AAAS rose to meet the year's challenges while fulfilling its mission of advancing science, engineering and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all people.
Eran Blacher is the 2021 winner of the NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize for his work in exploring the relationship between the microorganisms that live inside us and neurodegenerative diseases.
In addition to their scientific areas of expertise, AAAS Mass Media Fellows in Science and Engineering bring with them a passion for sharing science with broad audiences – and the Eureka moments that sparked that interest in science writing and communication.
Past winners of the AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards reflect on their experience reporting on the pandemic and how they think this event will shape the future of public health reporting.
Alexander – a nonprofit leader with extensive science policy experience – joins AAAS from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research, where she is operations and impact director.
AAAS’ EurekAlert! has announced the five early-career science journalists who have earned 2021 EurekAlert! Fellowships for International Science Reporters.
