The Best Articles in Nature
The most useful articles in Nature from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Nature Articles
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How to Protect Species and Save the Planet—at Once
A major new report calls on humanity to tackle the biodiversity and climate crises simultaneously. Here's what that might look like.
«HUMANITY IS STRUGGLING to contain two compounding crises: skyrocketing global temperatures and plummeting biodiversity. But people tend to tackle each problem on its own»
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Revealed: more than 90% of rainforest carbon offsets by biggest provider are worthless, analysis shows
Investigation into Verra carbon standard finds most are ‘phantom credits’ and may worsen global heating
Researchers look a dinosaur in its remarkably preserved face
Washed out to sea, a giant beast and its armored skin were left in pristine condition.
The radical quest to discover how the first molecules of life arose
In the early 20th century, a young Russian biochemist had a radical idea: That chemical evolution could explain the origin of life.
The Mystery of the Healthy Coral Reef
A reef off the coast of Honduras should be a disaster. Instead it’s thriving.
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles in Nature—all under 10 minutes.
The best science images of 2022
An almighty eruption, the cosmos remastered, swirling cells and more.
City birds are changing their tune
Several species of urban-dwelling birds have modified their songs in response to human-generated noise
Did Meat Do Neanderthals In?
An archaeologist examines zinc levels in bones to explore if the carnivorous diets of Neanderthals contributed to their extinction.
10 startling images of nature in crisis — and the struggle to save it
A visual tour of unfolding threats and desperate attempts to reverse species' declines.
Can capitalism and nature coexist?
The head of the world’s largest environmental organization explains what it will actually take to stop the extinction crisis.
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles in Nature.
Epigenetic ‘Clocks’ Predict Animals’ True Biological Age
A statistical analysis of chemical tags on DNA may help unify disparate theories of aging.
The dirty road to clean energy: how China’s electric vehicle boom is ravaging the environment
In neighboring Indonesia, nickel extraction is causing environmental and social devastation.
Love is both wonderful and a dangerous evolutionary trick
Love is both a wonderful thing and a cunning evolutionary trick to control us. A dangerous cocktail in the wrong hands
«and every aspect of our daily lives. It is the most important factor in our mental and physical health, our longevity and our life satisfaction»
Human exceptionalism is a danger to all, human and nonhuman
In a tight spot, you’d probably intuit that a human life outweighs an animal’s. There are good arguments why that’s wrong
«Xenotransplantation involves using nonhuman animals as sources of organs for humans.»
How To Speak Honeybee
Advanced technologies like A.I. are enabling scientists to learn that the world is full of intelligent creatures with sophisticated languages, like honeybees. What might they tell us?
Thought Leaders
We monitor hundreds of thought leaders, influencers, and newsletters in Nature, including:
George Monbiot
The corpse at every wedding, the bride at every funeral.
National Geographic
Since its inception nearly 130 years ago, the core purpose of National Geographic has been to further the knowledge and awareness of our world.
grist
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nature
Research, News, and Commentary from Nature, the international journal of science. For daily science news, get Nature Briefing: http://go.nature.com/naturebriefing
Carl T. Bergstrom
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Publications
We monitor hundreds of publications, blogs, newsletters, and news sources in Nature, including:
Nautilus Magazine
Experience science, don't just read about it. Deep, undiluted, narrative storytelling brings science into the most important conversations we are having today.
Quanta Magazine
Big ideas in science and math. Because you want to know more. Launched by @SimonsFdn. 2022 Pulitzer Prize in Explanatory Reporting. http://quantamagazine.org
Visual Capitalist
Data-driven visual content focused on global trends, investing, technology, and the economy.
Knowable Magazine
Sound science, smart stories. Published by @AnnualReviews, seed funding @MooreFound/@SloanPublic. Léanos en español @RevistaKnowable.
Literary Hub
A daily literary website highlighting the best in contemporary fiction, nonfiction, and criticism.
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