Writers, artists, photographers and researchers share the stories behind the stories
Is It Possible to Treat Psychopathy Before It Starts?
New strategies help to reduce callous and unemotional traits in children, guiding them toward productive lives
Why the Climate Warming Goal of 1.5 Degrees C Isn’t a Lost Cause—Even If We Overshoot It
Earth will likely warm by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius, but we can’t give up on trying to get temperatures back down
The Fast Fashion Backlash Is Fueling a Sustainability Revolution
Trade impulse clothing purchases for botanical dyes, upcycled apparel, creative mending, flexible sizing, and more
July/August 2025: Science History from 50, 100 and 150 Years Ago
Toxic cigars; dueling with a swordfish
Science Crossword: Throwing Shades
Play this crossword inspired by the July/August 2025 issue of Scientific American
American Education Demands a Fact-Based Curriculum, Not Religious Ideology
One hundred years after the Scopes trial, religious ideologues are still trying to supplant evidence-based curricula with myths, to the detriment of a well-informed society
A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical and Sustainable Fashion
Outsmart greenwashing with tips for more sustainable clothing
Why Testosterone Therapy Could Harm Some Men, though It Could Help Others
To boost mood and manliness, men are spending lots of money on the hormone testosterone—yet they may see trouble instead of benefits
Readers Respond to the March 2025 Issue
Letters to the editors for the March 2025 issue of Scientific American