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Shouldn't scientists blow more things up? Introducing the first humor column about being, and becoming, a scientist.

Why are we most fascinated by the irrelevant aspects of science?

Our Experimental Error columnist asks, "Who are the people in your fume hood?"

Over tea, our columnist considers what the congressional elections might mean for the prospects of science and scientists.

For all the naïve and gullible graduate students out there, here is a handy guide to what those speakers are really saying.

No talented child ever says, "I want to pipette repetitively when I grow up."

His daughter still in the embryonic stage, our columnist wonders whether it's too early to steer her toward a career in science.

Our labs are science-based mini-societies -- so why do we run them in the same arbitrary and bureaucratic way as the rest of the world?

It's time to reclaim the Nobel Prize for the common scientist, for those who have long considered the award beyond their grasp.

Looking for something really different? Consider a career in alchemy, Lysenkoism, diluvial geology -- or invent your own!

Lab work left you feeling dissatisfied? Our Experimental Error columnist feels your pain.

Why do we require scientists to write badly?

Before you pick up that next thriller novel, remember that scientists are not exactly as they are often portrayed.

The key to understanding the way the media covers science is to know the rules science journalists adhere to.

If scientists just want to make the world a better place, why do they expend so much energy clamoring for credit?

As the wider world celebrates science's renewed coolness, our columnist stubbornly questions the world's right to decide.

Not all research is easily justified—but what do you do when you can't even justify it to yourself?

Despite what grad school admissions committees seem to believe, outside interests are good.

The overworked grad student seems to embody the most pointless aspects of graduate school.

Shouldn't scientists blow more things up? Introducing the first humor column about being, and becoming, a scientist.