The pandemic you forgot about - Part I

Corona has halted much of life. But in the meantime, other pandemics rage on, like the on caused by the HIV-virus. Or had you already forgotten about that one?

Callum Griffiths • May 06, 2021

Publishing: For science or for profit?

Publishing a scientific research is a much too complicated process, according to some. Editor Sanne van Beek investigates by talking to experts and those with experience in the matter.

Sanne van Beek • April 29, 2021

The painter of the formulas on the walls: Jan Willem Bruins (1946 - 2021)

Jan Willem Bruins, the painter of the wall formulas of Leiden, has died on 8 april at 74 years old.

Michiel de Groot • April 26, 2021

Growing a leg like a lobster, could we do that too?

Lobsters can grow back lost limbs. If nature has developed that gift once, could we recreate it?

Ayse Emirdoğan, Jessica Hoang and Astrid de Vries • April 22, 2021

Magic with CRISPR-Cas: Conjuring a unicorn with DNA

Always wanted a unicorn? Or a luminescent bunny? To see if this is fact or fiction, editor Soraya Schachtschabel talks with the experts.

Soraya Schachtschabel • April 15, 2021

Ewine van Dishoeck on the art of making a career

The pioneer of astrochemistry, Ewine van Dishoeck, talks with editor Nashanty Brunken about how a student might go about making a fine career in science.

Nashanty Brunken • April 08, 2021