The Science Map

Explore Scientific Disciplines

Science spans foundational disciplines, applied domains, and cross-cutting methods. Browse by topic, or use a guided path to build your knowledge systematically.

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Core Discipline

Biology

The study of life and living organisms, from molecular processes to ecosystems.

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Core Discipline

Brain & Cognitive Sciences

The study of mind, brain, and behavior, from neurons to consciousness.

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Core Discipline

Chemistry

The science of matter, its properties, composition, and transformations.

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Core Discipline

Earth & Planetary Sciences

The study of Earth's systems and other planets in our solar system and beyond.

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Core Discipline

Physics

The fundamental science of matter, energy, and their interactions across scales.

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Core Discipline

Mathematics

The abstract science of number, quantity, structure, space, and change.

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Applied & Tech

AI & Machine Learning

Computational methods for pattern recognition, prediction, and decision-making.

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Applied & Tech

Computer Science

The study of computation, algorithms, data structures, and software systems.

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Applied & Tech

Materials Science

The study of matter's properties and applications at atomic and molecular scales.

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Applied & Tech

Energy

The study of energy sources, conversion, storage, and sustainable systems.

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Applied & Tech

Biotechnology & Bioengineering

The application of biology to create technologies and products for health and industry.

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Cross-cutting

Scientific Methods & Reproducibility

The study of how scientific knowledge is generated, validated, and communicated.

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Cross-cutting

Data, Software & Tools

Computational infrastructure, open data, and research software ecosystems.

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Cross-cutting

Science & Society

The interaction between scientific research, policy, ethics, and public understanding.

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Cross-cutting

Frontiers & Open Questions

Emerging areas and unsolved problems that push the boundaries of knowledge.

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What You'll Find on Each Topic Page

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Overview

One-paragraph introduction to the field

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Key Questions

3-8 questions that define the field

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Core Concepts

Glossary and short explainers

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Methods & Evidence

How claims are tested and validated

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What's Debated

Areas of expert disagreement

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Open Questions

Frontiers and unsolved problems

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Starter Sources

Textbooks, seminal papers, and datasets to begin exploring