Walter Isaacson's new biography reinforces the notion of Albert Einstein as a humble scientist, especially in his relation to God and faith.

One of the strangest facts of contemporary life is the amount of energy continually being put into the so-called "science vs. religion" debate.

Many people believe they can exercise better control over their own destiny by filling out a living will (also called an "advance directive.")

She was a fresh-faced young woman with a couple of adorable kids, whiling away an hour in the sandbox at the park near my home. So was I, or so I thought.

It has just been demonstrated that stem cells with enormous potential can be harvested from amniotic fluid. This is a revolutionary finding.

Isn't it time Americans recognize the promise of obtaining medical miracles from embryonic stem cells for the fairy tale it really is?

Religion brings out the worst in Richard Dawkins. When he thinks about it, he becomes a preacher himself and not a very good one.

Sometimes sincere people concerned with protecting innocent human life will express sentiments along these lines: "Animal rights advocates are eager to protect all kinds of animal life, but seem to ignore the most important animal of all, the human animal.

An exhibit called "Body Worlds" is currently touring the United States and generating some animated discussion in its wake.

If there was one moment when it became obvious that the intelligent design discussion was an opportunity for the Church, it may have been when The New York Times published a contribution by none other than Cardinal Christoph Schönborn.