In the decades ahead, climate change will force millions of people to move to higher ground. Landscape architects have a valuable role to play in the transition.
Newspapering with Norman Webster
“Old-style reporting” in the best sense of the phrase.
No Place Like Home
An architectural lens on pandemics past and present.
Research Recaps
Making neuroscience accessible—and applicable.
Word Power: Truth and Untruth
Distinguishing fact from fiction isn’t always easy. These words describe the many shades of truth and falsehood–and that’s no lie.
Teasing the Brain
The linguistic challenges of editing mathematical brainteasers.
On the Ground With Greta Thunberg in Montreal
Scenes from the world’s largest climate march.
Home Remedies With (and Without) Evidence
Nine folk favourites that might be worth trying—and three you should avoid.
News From the World of Medicine
In this monthly Reader’s Digest column, I summarize recent medical research of potential interest to the public. Translating lengthy scientific articles into accessible news briefs—without sacrificing too much accuracy—is an interesting challenge.
Hand In Hand
Changing at-risk kids’ trajectories by supporting early development.