A scientist and journalist by training, I enjoy all things science, especially science-related humor. My column title is a throwback to Jane Austen's famous first line in Pride and Prejudice - I like to explore whether truths really are, or if they are just universally ackowledged as such.

With apologies to Gary Larson for the banner.

This Indexed card, by Jessica Hagy, captures the spirit of my hope for this blog well. http://thisisindexed.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/card2240.jpg