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Next Week in Science, November 22, 2024

It was snowing this morning in Pennsylvania. That was nice. Here’s what we have next week…we don’t take off for Thanksgiving (but do slow down a bit). Explore and Learn with Science Dive into groundbreaking research and inspiring stories with ‘This Week in Science’! Perfect for teachers and science enthusiasts, our free weekly newsletter expands […]

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Society

Should We Get a Blueksy Account? Here’s the research.

Imagine being a detective tasked with solving a mystery, but every time you uncover a new clue, someone takes away your tools. That’s the reality researchers face when trying to study online behaviors. For years, platforms like Twitter and Reddit provided open access to their data, enabling critical discoveries about misinformation, opinion polarization, and public […]

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Health

A New Era of At-Home Sleep Health

Imagine a future where your health journey is seamlessly tracked while you sleep—all without wires, sensors, or a trip to a sleep clinic. Thanks to new advancements, that future is almost here. This groundbreaking study introduces a contactless sleep-tracking system that reads radio waves bouncing off your body to monitor sleep stages, detect apnea, and […]

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Psychology

Why Conspiracy Theories Stir Our Darkest Emotions

Imagine stumbling into a crowded online space where everyone believes they’ve uncovered a terrible truth that the rest of society denies. People gather here to swap stories, share frustrations, and discuss the threat they believe is lurking. For many, conspiracy theories provide comfort and an answer to the question of “why?”—even when these answers come […]

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AI

IoT Potential in Manufacturing

Imagine walking into a factory where machines talk to each other, sensors predict failures before they happen, and energy efficiency is no longer a dream but a reality. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the transformative power of the Internet of Things (IoT) in manufacturing. But here’s the catch—while the potential is vast, many manufacturers face […]

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Psychology

The Power of Workforce Agility

Ever wonder why some companies thrive amidst chaos while others struggle to stay afloat? In our rapidly changing world, success hinges on one powerful quality: agility. And no, we’re not talking about physical agility—this agility lives within people and teams, empowering them to adapt, react, and evolve no matter what comes their way. Workforce agility […]

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Explainer

The Future of Science Funding: Will Innovation Survive the Shift?

America has long been a global leader in science and innovation, but the upcoming administration could reshape how we fund and support scientific research. The policies outlined in the 2025 Mandate for Leadership signal a dramatic shift in the priorities for federal science funding. For researchers, students, and even the general public, these changes could […]

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AI

The Gap in AI Funding for U.S. Education

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized industries from healthcare to finance, but its impact on education has been surprisingly muted. Why hasn’t AI funding transformed U.S. educational systems in the same way? The answers reveal a story of inequity, overlooked opportunities, and the surprising role of foreign investments in shaping the future of learning. This blog […]

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Announcements

Next Week in Science, November 15, 2024

Let’s not mince words; things are looking pretty bleak out there in the US. With Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s nomination to be US Secretary of Health and Human Services, we are on the verge of having an anti-science proponent in charge of a huge and influential budget. We’ll have more on what this means in […]

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Society

The Rise of “Conspiracies Without Theory

Imagine a conversation where logic and evidence are thrown out the window, where statements shift and contradict themselves within seconds, and where the goal isn’t clarity but rather a spectacle. This isn’t a movie scene; it’s the reality of some online conspiracy circles. Today, conspiratorial thinking is adapting to the digital age, morphing from coherent, […]

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