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What Are the Biggest Questions in Science Today? 100 Scientists Weigh In.

What Are the Biggest Questions in Science Today? 100 Scientists Weigh In.
NYT Science Monday 05 October 2026, 09:02 UTC By Bill Wasik 1 min read
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We asked 100 scientists about unsolved problems in their fields. They sent back provocations — on the origins of life, the possibilities for human progress and much more.

We asked 100 scientists about unsolved problems in their fields. They sent back provocations — on the origins of life, the possibilities for human progress and much more.
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