AI research raises profound questions—but answers are lacking

"Project Starshot" is worthy of admiration for chutzpah alone

Read more from Prospect's "The Future of Cities" supplement Cities are of crucial importance to the future of Britain—they are also in a constant state of flux. As set out in the data below,...

Moving beyond “smart cities”

Wearable "early warning systems" are in the pipeline—though this raises concerns about privacy

This would not be dumbing down

Scientists have created a "minimal cell" with just 473 genes—such work could have huge benefits beyond biology

The architect—immensely popular despite being truly radical—has died following a heart attack aged 65

Many countries are neglecting their nuclear security—today's summit on the issue in Washington is vital

A recent school leaver makes the case for compulsory mathematics up to age 18