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With the world’s number-one virtual currency so much in the headlines and yet so little understood, it’s a good time to look at its origin, volatile price—and surprising environmental implications.

A passionate proponent of living simply and in harmony with nature, Thoreau is remembered today as a pillar of the modern conservation movement.

We all admire those who live by high moral principles, yet we find excuses for not following suit. Why?

In this interview, neuroeconomist Paul Zak discusses a possible biological basis for morality and then puts it in the larger context of moral absolutes.

DNA is becoming a second language of sorts because of its most attractive promise: customized, personalized medicine.

In this interview with Jonathan Glover, which first appeared in the Summer 2001 issue, the British ethics professor addresses the human proclivity for cruelty.

We explore several aspects of stem-cell research which have been discussed in recent publications and at two recent conferences held in San Francisco.

Video Interview: In this interview, author Will Marré discusses what he believes to be the most critical issue in leadership today.

The idea of a moral basis for behavior is uniquely human. Morality implies that we bring judgment to our decisions.

Fairy tales have clearly evolved over the centuries. And the changing tales say a lot about the changing times.

How do we determine right from wrong? It can be challenging, although multiple fields focus on developing a code of ethics or moral compass.

In the post-colonial backlash and in the face of increasing Muslim and other non-Western influence in Europe, a clash of cultures has emerged.

The potential usefulness of embryonic stem cells in molecular medicine is huge, as are the ethical issues surrounding these tiny biological entities.

Vision interviews W. French Anderson, M.D., director of Gene Therapy Laboratories at the University of Southern California School of Medicine.

The heart is more than a muscular pump that is sometimes diseased. We also speak of it as the seat of emotional well-being.

What’s at the heart of moral regeneration?

Modern science is nudging us ever closer to a moral precipice. But can science serve as the arbiter of moral and ethical standards?

Does humanity have the right to define or even discard moral standards according to personal preference?

Recently an Anglican bishop advanced the idea of godless morality. Is such a concept realistic?