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Professor Mike Benjamin’s Legacy in Connective Tissue Science

March 11, 2026

The new special edition focuses on how Professor Mike Benjamin has shaped the study of connective tissues. It highlights his groundbreaking discoveries about the mechanical properties of fibrous proteins. Researchers praised how he linked structure to function in collagen and elastin fibers.

education

Montana Moves Forward With New School Health Trust

March 11, 2026

The state auditor has signed off on a fresh initiative aimed at improving student health services across Montana. This approval marks the beginning of a new trust that will pool resources to support schools in providing better medical care. The decision comes after a review of the proposal’s financi

science

Science Lost in the Skies

March 7, 2026

The world watches missiles fly over the Middle East and sees the obvious damage: people hurt, leaders lost, oil prices jump. But a hidden cost is also growing, one that shows up not on a battlefield map but in laboratories and libraries. In June of last year, two missiles from Iran hit the Weizma

education

Women Power in Science: Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers

March 7, 2026

Research has long been a field where women face extra hurdles. Their achievements are often hidden behind larger networks that help them grow. These networks include groups, mentors, and online forums that share tips and support. They act like safety nets, catching people before they fall into is

science

Collaboration Sparks New Ideas for Future Particle Collider

March 5, 2026

The International Linear Collider (ILC) Technology Network, created in 2022 by the ILC International Development Team—a group within the International Committee for Future Accelerators—has begun to make progress on engineering studies that could bring the ILC into reality. Rather than staying con

technology

High‑Net Worth Families Bet Big on AI Startups

March 5, 2026

Family offices, the investment arms of wealthy individuals and families, are putting more money into AI companies than ever before. Even after a brief scare about an AI bubble, these investors stayed confident and poured capital into new ventures. Last month, Emerson Collective—run by Laurene Powel

science

Machine Learning Helps Pick and Test the Best Probiotic Bacteria

March 5, 2026

The world of probiotics is growing fast, thanks to new computer tricks and big data tools. Scientists now use machine learning (ML) to sift through huge amounts of biological information, from DNA sequences to the chemicals bacteria produce. This new approach lets them choose promising probiotic str

education

AI in Schools Needs a Big Plan

March 5, 2026

The United States is busy talking about how kids can cheat with AI, but it misses a chance to help teachers and students. Other countries are building whole systems that let AI support learning everywhere, not just a few classrooms. In Shanghai, for example, teachers have an AI helper that pla

politics

PETA’s Unexpected Ally in the Fight Against Animal Testing

March 5, 2026

PETA, a well‑known animal rights group that often stages eye‑catching protests, has recently found itself praising the current U. S. administration for its moves to cut back on animal research. The group’s senior VP, Kathy Guillermo, praised the shift in policy as “night and day” compared to past le

education

Sowela Boosts Surgical Skills with Big Lab Upgrade

March 3, 2026

Sowela’s Technical Community College‑Morgan Smith campus has spent $350, 000 on new surgical technology and sterile processing labs. The investment creates more space for hands‑on learning, giving students a chance to practice in settings that look like real hospitals. The surgical technology