Scientific American
Coverage of Scientific American in the Nexus archive.
- An off-the-shelf camera could help us find more black holes smashing together
An off-the-shelf camera may aid in detecting more black holes colliding. Sharmila Kuthunur is a space journalist based in Bengaluru, India, with contributions to publications like Scientific American and Science.
- These 'metallic' dunes on Mars look like sci-fi. What are they really?
The article discusses the 'metallic' dunes on Mars that resemble science fiction. It is written by Sharmila Kuthunur, an independent space journalist based in Bengaluru, India.
- Earth may survive the sun's death after all, new study suggests
A new study suggests Earth may survive the sun's death. The article is written by Sharmila Kuthunur, an independent space journalist with a master's in journalism from Northeastern University.
- How working memory could give rise to consciousness
The article explores the potential link between working memory and the emergence of consciousness. It is published on Scientific American and has received 12 points and 11 comments on Hacker News.
- How to watch August’s total solar eclipse live with Scientific American
Scientific American offers live coverage of August’s total solar eclipse for those outside the path of totality. Viewers not in the path of totality can still watch the event through their platform.
- U.S. Science Is in Chaos
The U.S. science community is described as being in chaos due to a broken compact between science and politics. The article, published by Scientific American, highlights tensions in this relationship.
- Fact brief: Does solar energy need subsidies to compete with fossil fuels?
Unsubsidized utility-scale solar is generally cheaper than new fossil fuel power plants, with a 2025 analysis showing a mean levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of $58 per megawatt-hour for solar compared to $79 for natural gas and $128 for coal. The International Energy Agency reports solar is the cheapest new electricity source globally in most regions, though subsidies can further reduce costs.
- Science crossword: Looking to the future
The article introduces a science-themed crossword puzzle inspired by the July/August 2026 issue of Scientific American. It encourages engagement with scientific topics through a puzzle format.
- Readers respond to the March 2026 issue
The March 2026 issue of Scientific American features letters from readers responding to its content. The article highlights reader feedback but does not specify the topics or opinions expressed in the letters.
- Join the Scientific American Summer Reading Challenge
The Scientific American Summer Reading Challenge invites participants to fill a bingo card with science-related stories, discoveries, and ideas throughout the summer for a chance to win prizes.