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When Research Stalls at the Finish Line

July 2, 2025 · 5 min read

We are living in a golden age of data and discovery (though I confess it sometimes doesn’t feel like that). Biomedical science, public health research, and behavioral data are being produced at unprecedented rates. But with this explosion of information comes a growing gap: while knowledge increases, our ability to translate it into practice struggles […]

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Next Week in Science, January 24, 2024

Obviously, the big news this week is about policy. Recent actions by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have raised significant concerns among researchers and public health professionals. NIH study sections, where funding decisions are made, were abruptly canceled with limited explanation. Further memo instructed federal […]

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Physics

How Do We Safely Evacuate Naval Ships?

Imagine this: you’re aboard a naval vessel in a crisis, surrounded by narrow passageways, steep ladders, and watertight doors. How quickly and safely could the ship’s personnel evacuate? It’s a high-stakes scenario where every second counts, and the answer isn’t as simple as you might think. A recent study by Spanish naval researchers has taken […]

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Astronomy

What if Another “You” Exists Out There?

Is there another universe just like ours—same laws of physics, similar planets, and even a version of you? But in this alternate world, your life took a different turn. Perhaps you chose another career, or a seemingly trivial decision spiraled into major consequences. Is this pure science fiction, or could it be science fact? Surprisingly, […]

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The Brave New World of Genetic Biohacking

Genetic experiments that once required advanced degrees and expensive lab equipment are now within reach of anyone with a few hundred dollars and a curious mind. This is the era of genetic biohacking—a DIY revolution in molecular genetics that is transforming how we approach science and innovation. As fascinating as it sounds, this burgeoning field […]

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Biology

What is this Animal/Plant/Other?

I found this thing at Sunset Beach in San Diego, which totally lived up to it’s name. This thing was down in a shallow tide pool. I’m six feet tall for scale. It was heavy, organic, and filled with (presumably) seawater. Help me out here! Feed Your Curiosity: Discover the latest scientific research and inspiring […]

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Next Week in Science, January 17, 2025

We’ve been a bit unplugged this week, spending some well-earned time off in San Diego. Before going to the airport, we stopped at the Sunset Cliffs and walked down to the beach. Can you believe that I had never touched the Pacific before? Mission accomplished. We found all sorts of weird creatures in tide pools, […]

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Biology

How Old Forests Hold the Key to a Cooler Future

Imagine walking into a dense, ancient forest on a scorching summer day. As the world swelters outside, you feel a sudden drop in temperature, a breath of fresh, cool air. This isn’t just your imagination—it’s science in action. Old-growth forests, particularly Germany’s UNESCO-protected beech forests, are not only biodiversity hotspots but also play a crucial […]

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