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Is soul for real? One of America's best essayists, David Barash makes a compelling anser in his new book, The Soul Delusion

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Losing the Soul, Finding Ourselves

Is the soul for real? A new book by David Barash says no and explains why we are better off without this psychological metaphor.

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November 25, 2025 at 5:18 AM

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"Sex chromosome" is a century-long misnomer. Here is why.

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How Much Do Your Sex Chromosomes Really Determine?

Inspecting a century-long chromosomal mix-up between correlation and causation.

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November 7, 2025 at 4:59 AM

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After 4 years working my ass off, here is the result: British release, March 5, 2026 by Profile Books; American release, June 30 by Basic Books. Pre-order is open now. Thank you all for your support!

October 30, 2025 at 5:06 AM

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When AI cheats, who is responsible?

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Why AI Cheats: The Deep Psychology Behind Deep Learning

AI cheats not because it’s broken, but because it has learned our own bad habit—rewarding what feels good over what is true.

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September 12, 2025 at 3:12 AM

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3 decades of research has changed our views about sex in birds and mammals.

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Sex Is a Spectrum, and Science Keeps Saying So

From Australian birds to human clinics, the science keeps pointing to the same conclusion: Sex is a spectrum, not a switch.

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August 20, 2025 at 11:42 AM

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In nature, “love” can mean swiping sperm from another species. Hope this one makes you laugh!

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Sex Without the Strings

Some animals mate for love, some for lineage—and some just for the ignition spark.

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August 9, 2025 at 1:51 PM

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My review of Agustin Fuentus's new book, Sex Is A Spectrum.

The Case for a Fluid View of Sex

Fuentes dismantles old assumptions by mapping out what science actually shows about male–female similarities and differences—and it’s far messier than the binary.

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May 17, 2025 at 7:49 PM

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Finding Beauty in Nature

'Birds, Sex and Beauty' is a delightful new book by a gifted science writer that explores the evolution of beauty in birds.

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April 25, 2025 at 12:01 AM

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Trump Officials Blame Mistake for Setting Off Confrontation With Harvard

An official on the administration’s antisemitism task force told the university that a letter of demands had been sent without authorization.

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April 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM

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Ideology versus Biology | Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University

Before we argue about sex and gender, Lixing Sun wants to make sure we understand the science behind them.

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April 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM

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Carl Sagan crowned the GOAT of science writers by Science Book Club.

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Science Book Club Crowns Carl Sagan Greatest Author of All Time… Still

Science meets March Madness in a literary battle of the minds.

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March 23, 2025 at 8:54 PM

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Had a great chat with Annie Daly, who came up with this fantastic article. Hope you enjoy outdoor activities more.

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Why Spending Time in the Cold Is Really Good for Your Health—and Friendships - goop

Embracing the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv, which translates to “the fresh air life,” can boost your mood, mental clarity, and help you feel more alive.

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March 4, 2025 at 1:34 AM

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Gave a talk about sex and diversity at Human Evolutionary Biology Department. Challenged by many stimulating and insightful questions. Admire the many great minds who worked here: Irv Devore, Sarah Hrdy, Ed Wilson, Bob Trivers, Richard Wrangham...Thank you all for a wonderful discussion!