General Info

American Scientist, based in Research Triangle Park, N.C., is an illustrated bimonthly magazine about science and technology. It has been published since 1913 by Sigma Xi, a scientific research society, and has also been honored with awards for editorial, design and illustration quality. Each issue is filled with feature articles written by prominent scientists and engineers, reviewing important work in fields that range from molecular biology to computer engineering. The articles are edited and accompanied by illustrations that are developed to enhance the reader's understanding and enjoyment. Readers also enjoy the Scientists' Bookshelf and a number of regular columns that cover topics in computing, engineering, public and professional issues, and reflections on the history and practice of science. In the Science Observer section, the editors provide the readers glimpses behind the scenes in science. Each issue includes the work of noted cartoonists such as Sydney Harris, Benita Epstein and Mark Heath.