Science
Knoxville's Innovative Approach to Reducing Gun Violence
In the city of Knoxville, Tennessee, the sound of gunshots has become an all too familiar occurrence. Rashaad Woods points to a small store, a nightclub, and a church, all bearing the scars of gun vio...
Time to Lead - Science to Accelerate the Global Goals
As the deadline for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 approaches, it is evident that much work remains to be done. Progress reports and the state of our world make it clear th...
Discovering Spiraling Brain Signals: Unraveling the Intricacies of Cognitive Processing
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, researchers from the University of Sydney and Fudan University have made a remarkable discovery: swirling spirals of brain si...
Innovative Use of Coffee Grounds in Concrete Production Could Help Solve Environmental Challenges
Coffee waste is a significant global problem, with around 10 billion kilograms produced annually. Most of this waste ends up in landfills, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. ...
Science-Washing: The Deceptive Use of "Evidence-Based" Claims
In today's world, where scientific evidence is highly regarded, consumers and taxpayers often rely on products and services that claim to be "evidence-based." However, a recent article in the Star Tri...
Science Community Affirms Routine Operations Amidst Uncertainty
In a world plagued by uncertainty and upheaval, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has reassured the public that the realm of science remains steadfast and unwavering. In a...
The Quest for Room-Temperature Superconductors: A Revolution in Science?
The discovery of LK-99, the purple crystal that was initially believed to be a game-changing superconductor, created a wave of excitement. However, subsequent studies revealed that LK-99 did not posse...
The Hidden Barrier: Language Proficiency and Scientific Research
For non-native English-speaking scientists, language barriers can pose significant challenges in their pursuit of scientific research. Despite English being the lingua franca of the scientific communi...
