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Crime, Partisanship, and Policing: What Really Happens When Cities Change Leadership?

Picture this: a fiery debate at a city council meeting. One side argues that electing a Republican mayor will drastically reduce crime with “tough on crime” policies, while the other insists that Democratic mayors promote equity in policing and justice. It’s a narrative we’ve all heard, plastered across headlines and campaign ads. But does the […]

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The Hidden Costs of Research: Lessons from NIH Overhead Funding

This 2014 Nature article explores the complexities of indirect costs in NIH research funding, highlighting how institutions must negotiate reimbursement rates for essential but often overlooked expenses like administration, facilities maintenance, and utilities. While direct research funding captures attention, the “less sexy” infrastructure costs are vital for sustaining cutting-edge science. Due to federal caps and […]

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Arms Embargoes Impacts on Global Small Arms Trade

Have you ever wondered how countries try to control the flow of weapons into conflict zones? One primary method is through arms embargoes, which are essentially trade bans that prevent weapons from being sold to certain countries. But how effective are these embargoes, especially when it comes to small arms and light weapons (SALW)? Let’s […]

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Navigating the Storms of Science in Society

Science is not just about test tubes and telescopes; it’s deeply intertwined with our society, culture, and politics. Recently, we’ve seen this relationship become more strained and complex, especially with the advent of major global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change. This article from Annual Reviews captures this tension, focusing on how the […]

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Crime, Partisanship, and Policing: What Really Happens When Cities Change Leadership?

The Hidden Costs of Research: Lessons from NIH Overhead Funding

Arms Embargoes Impacts on Global Small Arms Trade

Navigating the Storms of Science in Society

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