Editorials in 2007

US missile defence plans require scrutiny.

The use of electronic laboratory notebooks should be supported by all concerned.

The traditional model of the US research university — based on the pre-eminence of the single-discipline department — needs to be stretched and challenged.

China will join efforts to cut carbon emissions, but should not be expected to lead them.

Government agencies should act to ensure the neutrality of research contractors.

The presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo, whatever its pitfalls, has been positive for Nigerian science.

Sealed drug documents should be opened up.

The winner of France's election will find scientists willing to support the right kind of reforms.

Poor nations need the data that show what is already happening to their climate, as well as the resources with which to adapt to change.

Government scientists should be able to comment publicly — within reason.

Researchers should push for rule changes to make Europe work as one.

The resignation of the head of the Smithsonian Institution highlights a misguided tendency for museums to focus on communication at the expense of research. It also offers the chance of a fresh start.

Announcing this year's Nature awards for scientific mentoring.

A biodiversity conservation project needs support, a watchful eye, and maybe even a long-snouted ally.

A new consortium will fulfil a genomics dream — provided it gets the support it deserves.

A long run of congressional theatre should close.

Britain's restructuring of research funding and the budget announced last week are welcome. But a cloud still hangs over basic biomedical science.

Spain has increased science funding but now needs to modernize the organizations at the top.

The political commitment to helping the developing world is failing to deliver on its promises. The problem is made worse by the questionable evaluation of progress.

A new study's recommendations for carbon capture should be pursued.