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science

Dinosaurs, Science, and Stories: Unexpected Connections

November 30, 2024

Ever thought about what dinosaurs, aliens, and geniuses have in common? It might not be obvious, but there are intriguing links between the worlds of science and humanities. Let's take a closer look. Did you know that studying dinosaurs isn't just about fossils? Scientists also look at patterns and

health

Tracking HIV Program's Success: A Research Protocol

November 29, 2024

Implementation science is all about seeing how well ideas work in real life. While we often focus on making things better and testing if they work, it's also important to see how they perform in real situations. This study looks at an intense support program for people with HIV. The goal is to figur

education

Transforming Science Education: A UK University's View on Decolonising the Curriculum

November 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered why science textbooks mostly feature achievements by Western scientists? This is because science is deeply entwined with the histories of past empires, leading to a bias towards Western knowledge. Minoritised ethnicities are often underrepresented in science curricula. The pus

science

The BRAIN Initiative's Data-Sharing Maze: A Neuroscientist's Guide

November 27, 2024

Ever wondered how neuroscientists share their data? The BRAIN Initiative has set up a complex data-sharing network with seven different archives. Each has its own rules, making it a bit like navigating a maze. But why so complicated? Well, it allows specialized archives to cater to specific research

politics

Science Under Fire: A Global Battle

November 22, 2024

Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti

science

Six People, Including a Science Show Host, Set for Space Adventure

November 19, 2024

Get ready for an out-of-this-world trip! Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket is gearing up to launch six people into space this Friday. Among them is Emily Calandrelli, also known as “Space Gal, ” who is thrilled about her upcoming journey. She’s an MIT engineer and a popular science show host known fo

science

Synchrotron Radiation: A 30-Year Journey with the Journal of Synchrotron Radiation

November 19, 2024

In October 1994, the Journal of Synchrotron Radiation (JSR) kicked off its journey with a 100-page inaugural issue featuring 15 articles. Over the past three decades, JSR has grown alongside significant achievements, including multiple Nobel Prizes awarded for research conducted using synchrotron ra

entertainment

Orlando's Science Center Blasts Off with Paper Rockets

November 19, 2024

Imagine this: 271 people, all gathered in the Dr. Phillips CineDome of the Orlando Science Center with one mission – to launch paper rockets simultaneously. This wasn't just a fun activity; it was a world record attempt! The goal was to get 250 rockets airborne at the same time. How did they do it?

education

Bye-Bye Benders: TJ Science Olympiad Sees Coaching Shift

November 17, 2024

After years of steering Thomas Jefferson's Science Olympiad team to victory, Rich Bender and Carol Haller have stepped down. Their retirement means more free time, but it also leaves a big gap in the world of middle school science competition. They've been the brains behind 31 straight state titles

politics

Trust in Science: A Divided Nation

November 15, 2024

In 2017, thousands marched in Washington DC for science funding and analysis in politics. Fast forward a few years, and America's trust in science was divided. While most Americans trust scientists, the pandemic showed cracks. Democrats kept their faith, but Republicans lost theirs. Masks and vaccin