Going Public in Support of Science.

Scientists are stepping up like never before to support science in the public arena. In big and small ways, scientists are adopting creative ideas to promote science.

Exploring the science-policy interface.

The sacking of David Nutt from his position as Chair of a UK government science advisory council has thrown the interface between science and policy into sharp relief. Justine Davies takes a look behind the scenes.

The president's scientist.

The science advisor to the US president has the opportunity to influence how scientific research is supported by the federal government, as well as the ways in which science and technology can be applied to meet the needs of society.

Science, policy, and the U.S. Congress.

Scientists often misunderstand the role science plays and should play in policy making. Those misconceptions are captured well in the debate over whether Congress should recreate an Office of Technology Assessment (OTA).