A Brief History of Xenopus

From early experiments on fertility and embryonic development to becoming the first cloned eukaryote from an adult cell, Xenopus frogs have had an outsized influence on the life sciences.

A Most Important Mustard

On the origins of Arabidopsis thaliana, the premier model for plant biology.

The Penicillin Myth

Competing theories seek to explain inconsistencies surrounding Alexander Fleming’s famed discovery.

Animalcules and Their Motors

Advances in cryo-electron microscopy are revealing the molecular intricacies of cell movement.

How to See the Dead

A retinal implant designer must decide if translating mourning into light is progress or a refusal to let go.

Limit Thinking

To make things better, first prove how good they can possibly be.

What Makes an Experiment Beautiful?

A beautiful experiment is not just a reflection of human ingenuity but also efficient science.