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01.16.2025 Cropped shot of a man pushing a cart while shopping at a grocery store

ICE’d Out: Immigrant Detention and Social Assistance Programs

ICE detainer requests create a culture of fear among immigrants, preventing lawful immigrants from using safety net programs like SNAP.

Fellow Heather Sherr

01.16.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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A Science of Values

On the importance of values and how science can help us either implement or reconsider them.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

01.15.2025 Jamila Michener headshot edited

'Building Power from the Ground Up'

Jamila Michener, associate professor at Cornell University, discusses her work at the intersection of health policy, political engagement, and community empowerment.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

01.10.2025 patient speaking to doctor at routine care visit

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Discrimination in Care: Insights from the All of Us Study

Nearly 40% of survey respondents reported experiencing discrimination from their health provider while seeking care.

Guest Author Vivian Wang

01.09.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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Censoring Ourselves

On the risk of self-censorship and its threat to the foundation of science.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

12.05.2024 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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Science as Art?

On the intersection of art and science, and how both serve as essential forms of human expression.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

11.25.2024 cans of preserved fruits and vegetables

Preserved Foods: Canned, Frozen, and Dried

Fresh foods are often seen as our healthiest option, but preserved foods offer similar nutritional benefits while being convenient and cost-effective.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

11.21.2024 a bullet hole with cracks in the glass isolated on a black background

Enhancing School Safety: How Adolescents Obtain Firearms

Research shows that a majority of school shooters obtain firearms at home, highlighting the risks of insecure gun storage.

Guest Author Brent R. Klein

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