Nicole Wetsman

Nicole Wetsman is Science Friday’s web intern. Having recently graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in neuroscience, Nicole is looking forward to starting grad school in the fall at New York University, where she’ll be enrolled in the Science, Health, and Environmental Reporting Program.


An orangutan

Humans aren’t the only species where righties are more common than lefties

Science

Vertebrates from humans to fish display a preference to be right- or left-dominant, even when they don’t have hands.Vertebrates from humans to fish display a preference to be right- or left-dominant, even when they don’t have hands.

Lisa Randall

Tips for aspiring scientists from one woman who is — literally — figuring out how the universe works

Technology
Photo of a bald eagle’s wing

These photos will help you appreciate the beauty and diversity of birds

Arts
Protesters raise their fists during a rally

What does racism do to your health?

Health