American Scientist (informally abbreviated AmSci) is an American bimonthly science and technology magazine published since 1913 by Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society.

In the beginning of 2000s the headquarters was moved to Research Triangle Park, (Durham), North Carolina.

each issue includes feature articles written by prominent scientists and engineers who review research in fields from molecular biology to computer engineering.

The content is very successfully crafted to be equally engaging to general and technical audiences .

Also included is the Scientists' Nightstand that reviews a vast range of science-related books and novels.