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Eliza Barclay

Eliza Barclay

Former Science and Health Editor

    Latest articles by Eliza Barclay

    Science
    How Billy Bush could have confronted Trump’s “locker room talk,” according to scienceHow Billy Bush could have confronted Trump’s “locker room talk,” according to science
    Science

    Intervening in uncomfortable situations is part of the deal if we want to change social norms.

    By Eliza Barclay
    Science
    The face of environmentalism isn’t so white anymore. That’ll define its success today.The face of environmentalism isn’t so white anymore. That’ll define its success today.
    Science

    Environmentalism is more compelling when it’s inclusive.

    By Eliza Barclay
    Science
    10 of the best signs from the People’s Climate March10 of the best signs from the People’s Climate March
    Science

    Marchers were explicitly anti-Trump and brought social justice and environmental messages to Washington.

    By Eliza Barclay and Brian Resnick
    Science
    Tens of thousands marched for science in more than 600 cities on 6 continentsTens of thousands marched for science in more than 600 cities on 6 continents
    Science

    “This recast Earth Day revived the democratic feel of the original.”

    By Eliza Barclay
    Science
    CRISPR will be a huge story in 2017. Here are 7 things to look for.CRISPR will be a huge story in 2017. Here are 7 things to look for.
    Science

    The gene-editing tool’s potential to upend science is dizzying.

    By Eliza Barclay and Brad Plumer
    The mind, explained
    A Buddhist monk explains mindfulness for times of conflictA Buddhist monk explains mindfulness for times of conflict
    The mind, explained

    “Compassion is not sitting in your room; it’s actually very active and engaging,” a senior disciple of Thich Nhat Hanh says.

    By Eliza Barclay
    An ancient Buddhist strategy for overcoming paralyzing fear
    Science

    The first step in taming all-consuming dread of a Trump presidency is to get calm.

    By Eliza Barclay
    Climate
    Americans should eat less meat, but they’re eating more and moreAmericans should eat less meat, but they’re eating more and more
    Climate

    The campaign to persuade us to cut back on burgers and bacon has been a bust so far.

    By Eliza Barclay
    The world’s frogs are disappearing. These photos show the most amazing ones left.
    Science

    Photographer Robin Moore stalks “lost” frogs in some of the most remote forests in the world.

    By Eliza Barclay
    Why more people are trying to get pregnant with donated frozen embryos
    Science

    Embryo matchmakers make it easier for potential donors and recipients to find each other.

    By Eliza Barclay