The goal is to show that evolution is not an old, accepted idea, but continues to be the basis for new discoveries, itself changing with modern science.

VOA: special.2009.12.01

McKibben notes that the debate on climate change in the United States has been highly charged and focused not solely on science, but on ideology.

VOA: standard.2010.04.21

"It's certainly an honor. It's one of the most prestigious awards not only just for women but really the most prestigious awards in science around the world."

VOA: standard.2010.03.29

and adds stronger science programs in schools and colleges will not only put more women and minorities in science fields, but also fuel a more literate democracy.

VOA: standard.2010.03.26

"It's also a wonderful concept to reward a woman from each of the five major regional areas in which science is being conducted around the world, in a celebration of not only women in science, but also the importance of science in a world community."

VOA: standard.2010.03.29

"This past year, I was a visiting scholar for the Phi Beta Kappa Society and went to small liberal arts colleges in the United States, and not only gave public lectures about science, but also research lectures, and then also spoke with women about the importance of bringing their intellectual force, which is formidable, to the scientific arena in the future."

VOA: standard.2010.03.29