JOURNAL ARTICLE

Science and armed conflict.

  • Published In: Science News, 2026, v. 208, n. 4. P. 4 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shute, Nancy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the historical and contemporary intersections of science with armed conflict and civil protest. It traces the development of military technologies from ancient catapults and Chinese gunpowder to World War II airplanes and chemical weapons like tear gas, which has evolved into a crowd control tool with potential long-term health effects. The piece also reflects on the cultural significance of space exploration, noting how events like the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing were met with mixed public reactions amid social unrest, a dynamic echoed in current debates surrounding the Artemis II mission. Overall, the article highlights the complex relationship between scientific achievements and societal challenges. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2026/04, Vol. 208, Issue 4, p4
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Power and Energy
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:192078155
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