NERS Review of the Year Part 3 - Science and society

This is part of a series reviewing last year’s stories, according to theme and topic. These stories are about the intersection of science and society. Some deal with the potential of scientific techniques to reveal and solve wider social problems. Others are about expanding the very practice of science to include wider groups of people. 8 ) Foldit – tapping the wisdom of computer gamers to solve tough scientific puzzles