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Andrew Robinson reviews five of the best science picks.

Vishwanath Srikantaiah works to restore India’s historic wells to provide better protection for water resources.

Blockbuster weight-loss drugs have been linked to unexplained pregnancies. Research shows it is plausible, but more data is needed.

Should one principal investigator have the power to determine postdocs’ careers? Share your thoughts on academia’s dominant funding model in our survey and reader poll.

Science and reason underpinned early surveys, but sociopolitical ideals left their mark on the nation too, a historical account concludes.

Past attendees of the Lindau meeting advise on how to make the most of the event and reap lasting career rewards.

Artificial-intelligence algorithms could identify scientists who need support with translating their work into real-world applications and more. Leaders must step up.

Prioritizing family life has earned me respect in my field — and my research has improved, too, says Dritjon Gruda.

Every day is a school day.

Demonstrations are on the rise, and scientists are revealing which types work best.

Full-body, continuous wearable ultrasound will benefit health care and biomedical research. Seven key obstacles must first be overcome.

Monthly cash transfers reduce risk of poverty — and higher amounts do not lead to higher spending on tobacco or alcohol.

Imports threaten the natural environment of Darwin’s favourite islands, and a reader ponders the longevity of carps, in the weekly dip into Nature’s archive.

Personal circumstances and commitments often add to the pressures faced by older graduate students. Nature sought advice from some who have risen to the challenge.

Scientists are eager to work on Chang’e-6 rock samples, which touched down in the Chinese autonomous region Inner Mongolia today.