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Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
6 hours ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Medicine
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Erin Waid: Building a Career in Modern Endodontics

Erin Waid's career in dentistry evolved from a strong interest in patient care and a desire to understand the science behind it.
OMG science
fromNature
1 day ago

Viruses allegedly stolen from high-security lab cause stir in Brazil

A researcher was arrested in Brazil for allegedly stealing virus samples from a high-security laboratory, raising concerns in the virology community.
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Study: Rent Assistance is the Most Requested Support Service Among Homeless Residents - Portland Mercury

"Collectively, the findings from this report paint a picture of people experiencing homelessness who know what they need to obtain and maintain permanent housing."
Portland
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 days ago

The world's deepest sensors will detect earthquakes around the world from far below Antarctica

Scientists installed the world's deepest seismometers, 8,000 feet under Antarctic ice, to record global earthquakes with unprecedented accuracy.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 days ago

Why new claims about the Shroud of Turin's origins don't hold up

New research suggests the Shroud of Turin may have origins in India and the Levant, but methodological weaknesses limit its interpretation.
Higher education
fromFortune
6 days ago

Only one U.S. university ranks in the world's top 10 in STEM. Pfizer's CEO is calling for change | Fortune

Chinese universities are rapidly advancing in research, posing a significant challenge to American and European institutions.
Medicine
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Demystifying migraine - Harvard Gazette

Migraine is a serious neurological condition affecting 15% of the global population, often misunderstood and undertreated.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Do the Circulation-Desk Shuffle

During the run-through, he said softly into the mike, 'There's no way to rehearse this in the studio.' It was after hours, but the dances are designed to be performed when the library is packed.
NYC LGBT
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why was Denise Welch so furious about her son's bins? That's what being a parent does to you | Polly Hudson

Having children may not increase happiness and can lead to a loss of engaging conversation.
Alternative medicine
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Scientists Create the Most Psychedelic Plant Ever

Psychedelic drugs are being genetically engineered in tobacco plants to provide a sustainable source for therapeutic use in mental health treatment.
#science
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's official: scientists aren't funny. But it doesn't have to be this way | Helen Pilcher

Scientists use humor sparingly in presentations, averaging only 1.6 jokes, with most eliciting only polite chuckles.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's official: scientists aren't funny. But it doesn't have to be this way | Helen Pilcher

Scientists use humor sparingly in presentations, averaging only 1.6 jokes, with most eliciting only polite chuckles.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Is the Most Beautiful Airport Landing in the U.S.-and It's Known For Its Gorgeous Mountain Views

Beautiful airport landings enhance the travel experience, with rankings highlighting stunning views at various global airports.
#social-media
fromNature
1 week ago
Mental health

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

A California trial awarded $6 million for social media addiction harm, but researchers question the validity of labeling social media use as addiction.
Mental health
fromNature
1 week ago

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

A California trial awarded $6 million for social media addiction harm, but researchers question the validity of labeling social media use as addiction.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Mystery of 'second Sphinx' deepens as new footage reveals hidden clues

The footage captured by Trevor Grassi shows dozens of square shafts carved into bedrock, many extending deep underground but primarily filled with sand, raising new questions about what may lie beneath the surface.
OMG science
#ai
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft's research assistant can now use multiple AI models simultaneously

The upgraded Researcher tool combines ChatGPT and Claude models for improved research quality in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun clarifies his role after the company hires another chief AI scientist

Shengjia Zhao is appointed as chief scientist of Meta's Superintelligence Labs, overseeing research agenda and direction.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Microsoft's research assistant can now use multiple AI models simultaneously

The upgraded Researcher tool combines ChatGPT and Claude models for improved research quality in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Medicine
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

First It Was Mini-Livers; Now Science Can Give You a Bonus Pancreas as Well?

New studies show potential for injectable mini-livers and implantable devices with pancreatic cells to aid liver disease and diabetes management.
Science
fromCornell Chronicle
2 weeks ago

Nobel Laureate in physics to speak at Cornell April 8 | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell Undergraduate Research Board hosts a lecture by Nobel Laureate John M. Martinis on April 8 about his quantum mechanics research.
Social media marketing
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

What Science Can Teach Us About the Pull of Social Media

Social media addiction lacks clear diagnostic criteria, yet recent legal rulings suggest its recognition and the need for further research and potential legislation.
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Scientists Cloned a Mouse, Then Cloned the Clone, Et Cetera. The Results Were Horrific

"We had believed that we could create an infinite number of clones. That is why these results are so disappointing," study senior author Teruhiko Wakayama stated, highlighting the unexpected limitations encountered in the cloning process.
OMG science
#cern
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Physicists Successfully Deliver First Bottle of CERN Antimatter From the Antimatter Factory

fromNature
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Antimatter has been transported for the first time ever - in the back of CERN's truck

OMG science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Physicists Successfully Deliver First Bottle of CERN Antimatter From the Antimatter Factory

Researchers successfully transported 92 antiprotons across CERN, marking the first haul of antimatter particles in history.
OMG science
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Antimatter has been transported for the first time ever - in the back of CERN's truck

CERN successfully transported 92 antiprotons in a magnetic bottle, marking a historic achievement in antimatter research.
Higher education
fromCornell Chronicle
2 weeks ago

Rep. Tonko talks 'forever chemical' alternatives with students | Cornell Chronicle

Congressman Paul Tonko emphasized the importance of connecting students with policymakers to inspire future leaders in engineering and public policy.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Does Alcohol Boost Creativity?

Alcohol's impact on creativity is complex, with moderate consumption potentially aiding some creativity types, while excessive drinking can hinder it.
Marketing tech
fromPhys
3 weeks ago

Online ad fraud is a feature, not a bug

Online ad fraud significantly undermines digital advertising revenue, consuming over 20% of global ad spend.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
3 weeks ago

Meet the Leaders Helping to Create a World Without Blood Cancer - Washingtonian

The funds raised through Visionaries of the Year are used for research to advance lifesaving therapies like immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine, which are saving lives today.
Fundraising
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

100 experts were unable to agree on whether aging is an illness, or when it begins

The most prevalent human mortality risk factor, aging, seems to still be hidden in the mist, states the article summing up the survey's results that was published in the journal PNAS Nexus.
Health
#autism
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Rival shadow' group to RFK, Jr.'s autism science committee meets in D.C.

A new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee was formed in response to concerns over the federal committee's lack of scientific expertise and evidence-based priorities.
Mental health
fromwww.dw.com
1 year ago

US Health Secretary JFK Jr.: country faces 'autism epidemic' DW 04/11/2025

HHS launched a massive research effort to determine and eliminate environmental exposures believed to cause the rise in autism diagnoses by September.
Public health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Rival shadow' group to RFK, Jr.'s autism science committee meets in D.C.

A new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee was formed in response to concerns over the federal committee's lack of scientific expertise and evidence-based priorities.
Mental health
fromwww.dw.com
1 year ago

US Health Secretary JFK Jr.: country faces 'autism epidemic' DW 04/11/2025

HHS launched a massive research effort to determine and eliminate environmental exposures believed to cause the rise in autism diagnoses by September.
Pets
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Sick of seagulls stealing chips? Stick googly EYES on your takeaway

Sticking googly eyes on food packaging can deter seagulls from stealing food.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

5 Dividend-Paying Giants Have Been on Goldman Sachs Conviction List the Longest

The firm's top-notch research department continues to provide institutional and high-net-worth clients with the best ideas across the investment spectrum and is likely to do so for years to come. Founded in 1869, Goldman Sachs is the world's second-largest investment bank by revenue and is ranked 55th on the Fortune 500 list of the largest U.S. corporations by total revenue.
Business
#creativity
Marketing
fromCMSWire.com
2 months ago

Verndale Expands Digital Experience via Amp Acquisition

CMSWire delivers actionable research, editorial, and opinion to support CMOs, aspiring CMOs, and customer experience innovators navigating complex customer, organizational, and technical landscapes.
fromInfoWorld
3 months ago

Microsoft is not rewriting Windows in Rust

to eliminate every line of C and C++ from Microsoft by 2030
Software development
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A potential treasure trove': World Health Organization to explore benefits of traditional medicines

From herbalists in Africa gathering plants to use as poultices to acupuncturists in China using needles to cure migraines, or Indian yogis practising meditation, traditional remedies have increasingly being shown to work, and deserve more attention and research, according to a World Health Organization official. A historical lack of evidence, which has seen traditional practices dismissed by many, could change with more investment and the use of modern technology, according to Dr Shyama Kuruvilla, who leads the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre.
Public health
#marketing-leadership
Health
fromFortune
4 months ago

The 4 best ways to avoid getting sick while traveling, according to an Olympic doctor | Fortune

Choose a window seat mid-cabin, minimize movement, wear a properly fitted mask, and maintain hand hygiene to reduce infection risk on flights.
#marketing
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

A six-figure eBay seller who started his side hustle with $0 explains how he sources profitable products

Yinka Ogunsunlade built a six-figure eBay reselling business by sourcing discounted apparel, researching sold listings, investing time, and focusing on enjoyable categories.
Pets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago

Ball junkie' dogs can be addicted to their toys, scientists suggest

Some dogs develop addiction-like behaviours toward toys, showing cravings and withdrawal symptoms similar to human behavioural addictions like gambling.
Photography
fromNightingale
7 months ago

Why Visual Journalism Is So Slow - Nightingale

Visual journalism projects take longer than written pieces because research is more time-consuming, they require many tools, and journalists also perform design work.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago

Gaslighters Tell You Abuse Is a Necessary Evil for Greatness

Gaslighting destabilizes victims by making them distrust their own perceptions and replace self-trust with dependence on the gaslighter.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
7 months ago

Sounds Profitable announces major changes as Podcast Movement merger locks in

Sounds Profitable merged with Podcast Movement, consolidating flagship events, appointing new editorial leadership, expanding research and partner working groups, and eliminating paid virtual tickets.
fromCornell Chronicle
7 months ago

Grant will fund first-of-its-kind National Youth Purpose Survey | Cornell Chronicle

Research conducted with adults has connected a sense of purpose with a host of benefits, including better physical and mental health, more social connections and better resiliency,
Psychology
Science
fromDefector
7 months ago

Chameleons Endure Tiny Knock To Colorful Reputation | Defector

Chameleons change color to mimic backgrounds, a behavior previously presumed but under-researched in scientific studies.
fromMail Online
7 months ago

Average Brits complains about weather for 2 days a YEAR, study finds

The average Brit spends a whopping 56.6 hours talking about the weather over the course of a year, equivalent to two days and nine hours.
UK news
Women
fromJezebel
7 months ago

Anti-Abortion Politics Could Be Blocking a Breast Cancer Breakthrough

Mifepristone may be beneficial in breast cancer prevention, but research is hindered by controversies surrounding abortion.
Books
fromBustle
8 months ago

How This Author Got The Dirt On Gwyneth Paltrow

Amy Odell meticulously researched and wrote a biography of Gwyneth Paltrow, using organized methods and extensive interviews.
fromMail Online
8 months ago

Birds love to boogie! Cockatoos have 30 dance moves, study finds

Researchers have discovered that cockatoos possess at least 30 dance moves, including 'head banging' and 'body rolls', demonstrating their dancing skills are complex and varied.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Are You Afraid of the Ouija Board?

Many people believe in the power of the Ouija board and warn against playing with it because of the fear that users open themselves up to some supernatural threat.
Psychology
Social justice
fromHarvard Gazette
8 months ago

Slavery researchers seek more detailed picture of pre-Civil War Harvard - Harvard Gazette

Identifying leaders, faculty, and staff linked to slavery at Harvard is complex and requires careful research methods.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
8 months ago

Teen Hannah Cairo's Mathematical Discovery Sends Ripples through Harmonic Analysis

Hannah Cairo disproved the Mizohata-Takeuchi conjecture, demonstrating waves behave unexpectedly on curved surfaces.
Science
fromInsideHook
8 months ago

Scientists Believe Hibernation Genes Could Help Humans

Research into hibernation may unlock genetic insights that can enhance human health and metabolism.
fromcointelegraph.com
8 months ago

How to use Google Gemini for smarter crypto trading

Gemini serves as a powerful tool for research and idea generation, but should not be seen as a source of trading signals or personalized advice.
Cryptocurrency
Podcast
fromRAIN News
8 months ago

RAIN Notes: July 24

Podcast consumption in the U.S. has risen dramatically, with 73% of the population having listened to at least one podcast.
Higher education
fromNature
8 months ago

I won three competitive grants in a row. Here's how I learnt what to do

Securing early-career fellowships requires long-term preparation, resilience, and strategic proposal development.
fromNature
8 months ago

Protect the integrity of the US National Institutes of Health

The NIH Council of Councils expresses serious concerns regarding significant grant terminations, a proposed 40% budget cut for 2026, and structural reorganization plans that may impede scientific progress.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Pilot of plane presumed to have crashed off California coast called brilliant biologist'

A small plane flown by researcher Tsotne David Javahishvili is presumed to have crashed off the coast of San Diego.
Digital life
fromCornell Chronicle
8 months ago

Assistant professor Alex Conway wins SIAM Early Career Prize | Cornell Chronicle

Alex Conway won the 2025 Early Career Prize for his influential contributions to algorithms in data storage systems.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
8 months ago

'Another DeepSeek moment': Chinese AI model Kimi K2 stirs excitement

Kimi K2 is a powerful AI model from China that excels in coding and is open-weight, allowing free access for researchers.
Science
fromFuncheap
8 months ago

Nerd Nite SF: The Mathematics of Basketball + How to Fight Censorship

Moss may appear simple, but it has a rich, intricate ecosystem and significant personality.
fromNature
8 months ago

How a bipolar diagnosis benefits my research

Zafar's professional journey transitioned from being a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder to investigating treatments for the condition at a molecular level.
Mental health
fromNature
8 months ago

The breakthrough proof bringing mathematics closer to a grand unified theory

"It's a huge triumph. But rather than closing a door, this proof throws open a dozen others," says David Ben-Zvi at the University of Texas at Austin, who was not involved with the work.
Science
Women
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Why Do Women View Pornography?

Many women actively enjoy and view pornography, contradicting the myth that they only do so reluctantly due to male pressure.
fromNature
9 months ago

Scientists everywhere must be protected

The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel has suffered significant damage, raising concerns about the effects on global medicine and fundamental research.
Science
Mental health
fromScienceDaily
9 months ago

Not all exercise boosts mental health - it's the why that matters most

The impact of exercise on mental health depends more on the reasons, environment, and social context of the activity than on the duration or intensity alone.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
9 months ago

APA Member Interview: Keegan Brady

Keegan Brady is a UMass Lowell student pursuing mathematics and philosophy, actively engaged in research and philosophy of science.
Science
fromMail Online
9 months ago

China creates cyborg BEES that could be used for secret spy missions

Chinese scientists have created cyborg bees by controlling their brains with tiny devices, enabling them to follow instructions in various missions.
Science
fromNature
9 months ago

Mini hearts, lungs and livers made in lab now grow their own blood vessels

Researchers have developed sophisticated vascularized organoids that mimic human organs and contain complex structures not seen in previous models.
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