'Alternative facts' not just in politics and media
A Michigan State University scholar is warning those who read about the latest groundbreaking research to proceed with caution.
Social Sciences
Feb 19, 2017
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Science entering a new frontier: Politics
Like many scientists, Aaron Parsons doesn't have a history of political engagement.
Other
Feb 13, 2017
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GOP-backed measures seek to rein in science used at EPA (Update)
Pondering new restrictions on how the Environmental Protection Agency can use scientific data, congressional Republicans are seeking advice from the chemical and fossil fuel industries.
Environment
Feb 8, 2017
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Should scientists engage in activism?
Have you heard that scientists are planning a march on Washington? The move is not being billed as a protest, but rather as a "celebration of our passion for science and a call to support and safeguard the scientific community," ...
Other
Feb 7, 2017
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Coal burning linked to toxic contaminants found in raccoons
Coal-burning power plants produce more than half of the electricity in the U.S., and they generate huge amounts of coal ash in the process. One type of coal ash is a fine, powdery particle called fly ash, which for many years ...
Environment
Feb 1, 2017
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Trump info shutdowns at US science agencies, especially EPA
By now it should have been possible to get away from our new presidency here at On Science Blogs. January 2017 is ending and the Year of the Rooster, bringer of light, is upon us. But stuff–bad stuff, often worse stuff–keeps ...
Environment
Jan 30, 2017
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US 'resistance' movement coalesces... on Twitter
A social media "resistance" movement is taking shape against the Trump administration, inspired by the new president's efforts to control information.
Internet
Jan 28, 2017
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California clears hurdle for cancer warning label on Roundup
California can require Monsanto to label its popular weed-killer Roundup as a possible cancer threat despite an insistence from the chemical giant that it poses no risk to people, a judge tentatively ruled Friday.
Biotechnology
Jan 27, 2017
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Official: Trump wants to slash EPA workforce, budget
The former head of President Donald Trump's transition team at the Environmental Protection Agency said Thursday he expects the new administration to seek significant budget and staff cuts.
Environment
Jan 27, 2017
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What is the EPA, and why is it in the hot seat?
The former head of President Donald Trump's transition team at the Environmental Protection Agency says he expects the new administration to seek significant budget and staff cuts for the department. Here's a look at the ...
Environment
Jan 27, 2017
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