Science is a broad term referring to the fact of knowing something, whether knowledge or understanding of a truth, particularly that gained through study or practice. The sciences can be divided into applied sciences, formal sciences, natural sciences, and social sciences.
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ARN is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing information on science, technology and society, focusing on controversial topics such as genetic engineering, euthanasia, computer technology, environmental issues, creation and evolution, fetal tissue research, AIDS, and other such issues. Resources include an alphabetical author index, a discussion of molecular machines, and an online discussion forum. - Access Research Network
http://www.arn.org/
The History of Science Society is an academic organization dedicated to studying the history of science. The site has information on the society's annual meeting and its publications. You can also find information on the prizes awarded by the society here. - History of Science Society
http://www.hssonline.org
National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts
NESTA (National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts) is a British organization that strives to make Britain more competitive in the world market. The Policy and Research Unit of NESTA has articles on the current state of UK innovation and how it can be improved. NESTA also invests money in innovative companies as well. - National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts
http://www.nesta.org.uk
This is a free resource for children, intended to teach appreciation and knowledge about the world of science and technology. A variety of topics geared to children are presented, and older articles are available in the archives, along with a blog, photographs, and other resources. - Science and Technology Kids
http://www.scienceandtechnologykids.com/
This online discussion forum is focused on the topic of science, with subtopics for its branches, natural sciences, formal sciences, social sciences, and applied sciences, as well as an off-topic area for less formal discussion. Registration is required for participation. - Science Chats
http://www.sciencechats.com/
Science Commons designs online strategies and tools for scientific research, identifying unnecessary barriers to research, writing policy guidelines and facilitating legal agreements to lower those barriers, and developing the necessary technology to make research, its data and materials easier to find and use. Its projects, resources, and events are stated here. - Science Commons
http://www.sciencecommons.org/
Science Direct is a full-text, scientific database of articles and chapters from a number of peer-reviewed journals and books, including research materials submitted by authors, audio and visual files, datasets, and supplementary content. Set-up, use, and subscription information are included. - Science Direct
http://info.sciencedirect.com/
Designed for children, this site offers items of interest to children, aged 9-14, including suggestions for hands-on activities, books, Internet resources, and other materials. Includes are puzzles, games, science fiction features, science fair information, and teacher resources. - Science News for Kids
http://www.sciencenewsforkids.org/