Cross CurrentsFebruary 14, 2025
Why Aren’t We Losing Our Minds Over the Plastic in Our Brains?
New research on microplastics in brains reminds us that while scientists compile safety data, our leaders should still act
Cross Currents
Every Friday, Scientific American editor Megha Satyanarayana dives into the pressing issues in health and environment.
Cross CurrentsFebruary 7, 2025
The U.S. Is Not Ready for Bird Flu in Humans
Bird flu is infecting more people than we think. We need to stop it now before a new pandemic begins