September/October 2016
Cover Story
As a scientist and as an executive, Marc Tessier-Lavigne has made a career out of making a difference.
Features
The Fight for Fair Play
Uncovering Clues to Rewiring the Brain
In a League of Her Own
Columns
Ready for Takeoff
by Kevin Cool
Departments
Letters to the Editor
1,000 Words
Books, Music & Film
Farewells
Obituaries - September/October 2016
Farm Report
Why Did the Robot Cross the Road?
At Last Count: 1750
Ancient Ink
Historian uncovers mummy tattoos.
Dampen Your Enthusiasm
Should We Abolish the Electoral College?
Therapy Worked. But How?
To Be a Bracero: Seeing Beyond Abuses
History Corner
Is This McCaffrey's Year?
Online Exclusives
Sustainable Cookware
Sometimes, older is better.
by Sarah Kolarik
The Dish
The Dish