What we're watching for in the Republican debate

Living with wildfire: How to protect more homes as fire risk rises in a warming climate

Justin Angle, University of Montana

Adapting to our fiery future means preparing for the risks and not putting out every low-risk wildfire, writes the author of a new book on learning to live with fire.

Policy framework for coexisting with wolves, bears and mountain lions could benefit both people and the environment

Neil Carter, University of Michigan

Setting guidelines for human coexistence with carnivores usually falls to local community leaders. An expert explains why the federal government should step in.

Most US nursing homes are understaffed, potentially compromising health care for more than a million elderly residents

Jasmine Travers, New York University

Reduced staffing means nursing home residents make more unnecessary trips to the hospital.

Online gaming communities could provide a lifeline for isolated young men − new research

Tyler Prochnow, Texas A&M University

For young men who struggle with mental health or lack connections in real life, chat and community features of online games can be a source of support.

Seeing what the naked eye can’t − 4 essential reads on how scientists bring the microscopic world into plain sight

Vivian Lam, The Conversation

Visualization is an essential part of the scientific process. Advances in imaging have enabled eye-opening discoveries, not only for scientists and researchers but also for the general public.

Cameras in the court: Why most Trump trials won’t be televised

David Cuillier, University of Florida

The majority of Americans support TV coverage of former President Donald Trump’s trial on charges he attempted to overturn the 2020 election.

This university class uses color and emotion to explore the end of life

Marcia Brennan, Rice University

Exploring colors can help discuss abstract, challenging topics in concrete ways – especially experiences doctors and caregivers may encounter caring for people at the end of life.

NASA’s Psyche mission to a metal world may reveal the mysteries of Earth’s interior

San Jose and the reemergence of the donut city

Who likes Donald Trump? Lots of Republicans, but especially Hispanic voters, plus very rural and very conservative people