The scientists split the atom; now the atom is splitting us.

Were we to go with 60 percent at NIH reviews, many of us scientists would be very uncomfortable with the quality.

Through this trip, the scientists will gain a better understanding which will hopefully lead us to manage in a better way for less human losses caused by earthquakes.

When they say 'teach the controversy' — their ringing phrase — they want us to pretend to students that scientists are arguing whether evolution took place. This argument is not taking place.

It's wonderful news for us, the University of North Dakota and the scientists we helped. Our part was putting a platform up there from which they could observe the re-entry.

When they say 'teach the controversy' — their ringing phrase — they want us to pretend to students that scientists are arguing whether evolution took place. This argument is not taking place.