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engagement

Sci-Fi Creator David Goyer Brings Fans into the Story with Blockchain Innovation

January 28, 2025

Fans of science fiction are no strangers to new worlds and futuristic ideas, but what if they could help shape these universes themselves? That's exactly what David S. Goyer, known for blockbusters like "Blade" and "The Dark Knight" trilogy, is set to explore with his new sci-fi franchise, "Emergenc

health

AI Helpers for Seniors: How Well Do They Work?

January 27, 2025

Imagine you're an older adult trying to manage daily tasks with the help of AI-powered gadgets. These smart assistants can be fun and useful, but can they also help with health issues? A recent study explored how seniors interact with AI tools designed to assist with symptoms or self-management. The

education

How College Students' Personalities Shape Their Learning

January 27, 2025

Ever thought about how a student's personality affects how much they enjoy learning? It's like a secret code that might impact their classroom experience. Let's start with personalities. Some students are super chatty and always ready to dive into new topics, while others are more reserved. These d

sports

Predicting Athlete Engagement: The Power of Machine Learning

January 26, 2025

Researchers have figured out a way to predict how engaged athletes will be, using machine learning. This method focuses on three key aspects: how well the team works together (cohesion), how passionate they are, and how mentally tough they are. These factors can greatly impact an athlete's engagemen

technology

Speed Bumps: How Automated Shuttle Disruptions Affect Performance

January 26, 2025

Imagine you're on an automated shuttle, zipping through the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. From July to December 2023, researchers were watching how well these shuttles handled their routes. They collected lots of data, like GPS information, disengagement records (when the shuttle hands

health

How Social Media Helps Fight Health Myths in Taiwan

January 23, 2025

Health misinformation can seriously mess up how we handle health crises. Social media, for all its faults, actually gives us a way to study and counteract these issues. In Taiwan, researchers have been looking at how people engage with corrected health information on social media. The goal? To impro

environment

Why Rural Life Can Improve with Social Networks

January 23, 2025

In today's world, the quality of rural living environments is a big deal, not just for China but globally. It's tied to how well the regional economy is doing. So, understanding what makes rural residents take part in making their environment better is key. This study used two theories: what we plan

health

AI in Public Health: The Power of Community Involvement

January 22, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform public health. But to make the most of it, everyone should be part of the conversation. Think about it like this: public health experts have given us life-changing innovations, like vaccines and clean water. Now, they're facing a big challe

entertainment

Billy Ray Cyrus' Guitar Glitch Becomes a Crowd-Winner

January 22, 2025

Imagine being a famous singer like Billy Ray Cyrus, performing at an important event. Suddenly, your guitar decides to take a break in the middle of the show. Most singers would panic, but not Cyrus. He's been on stage enough to know things can go wrong. Instead of freaking out, he turned the situat

crime

How Online Help Keeps Child Abusers Away from Reoffending

January 21, 2025

Web-based programs can really help people with mental health issues. But the thing is, many people don't even start or finish these programs. Researchers wanted to know how well an online program called @myTabu worked for people who had committed child sexual abuse or used child sexual exploitation