This year, quantum science and computing came up a lot. There have been broad claims that quantum science and engineering could one day help cure diseases, design new materials, optimize supply chains -- or help in other ways not yet fathomable.

Whether space, health, technology or environment, here are the issues in science that the editors of Scientific American are focusing on for 2026

Beijing has tapped into U. S. -funded scientific research to advance its military and strategic capabilities, including nuclear technology, according to a congressional report released Wednesday.

The Trump administration announced it will dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colo., a top climate research lab.