Scientists’ favorite books for nonscientists

Black holes, warming seas, new treatments for disease. Understanding the context — not to mention the technical jargon — can be a challenge.

Clea Simon • harvard
Aug. 1, 2023 • ~9 min

Age actively, Harvard researchers say

Study says that physical activity later in life shifts energy away from processes that compromise health and toward mechanisms in the body that extend it.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Nov. 22, 2021 • ~6 min

Progress doesn’t always mean movement, says Harvard study of daily exercise

Research comparing 19th- and 21st-century Americans finds a half-hour decline in physical activity. Blame it on planes, trains, and automobiles.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Oct. 28, 2021 • ~4 min

Daniel Lieberman busts exercising myths

In his new book, “Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do Is Healthy and Rewarding,” Daniel Lieberman explores exercising myths.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Jan. 4, 2021 • ~11 min

Curve on shoes makes walking easier, but may lead to foot problems

Toe springs in shoes make walking easier but may come at a cost.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Sept. 17, 2020 • ~7 min

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