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Environment

Are the Sustainable Development Goals Falling Short?

Imagine a world where economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equality harmonize seamlessly—a utopia that the United Nations envisioned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were designed to end poverty, ensure global well-being, and protect the planet. But are they enough to create a sustainable future, or are […]

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Computing

How Santa’s Route Solved a Giant Puzzle

Have you ever wondered how Santa manages to deliver presents to millions of children in just one night? It turns out, solving this logistical marvel is more than just Christmas magic—it’s a complex mathematical puzzle known as the Traveling Salesperson Problem (TSP). Researchers recently put Santa’s efficiency to the test with a holiday-themed challenge: Could […]

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Announcements

Next Week in Science, November 29, 2024

I’ll be honest, we do have a lot to be thankful for. Our readers, the publishers, our staff, and the scientific minds around there who are still committed to speaking truth to power. My hat to them.If you If you’ve enjoyed reading our stuff, be sure to check out our other sites over at PubTrawlr. […]

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AI

AI’s Green Advantage:

In a world grappling with climate change, every action matters—every choice, every innovation, every opportunity to reduce our carbon footprint. Imagine this: the words you’re reading now, the images you see online, could be created with a fraction of the environmental cost if done by artificial intelligence (AI) instead of humans. Does that sound right? […]

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Biology

Does a Bear Poop in the Woods?

Yes, if it wants to spread seeds Picture a grizzly bear wandering the Canadian Rockies, its fur dappled with late afternoon sunlight as it forages for huckleberries. These tiny, vibrant berries may seem like mere snacks to the bear, but they hold a secret power: a partnership with their consumer that shapes ecosystems and sustains […]

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AI

Tennis, Anyone?

Tennis is more than just a game of serves and volleys—it’s a battle of precision, strategy, and endurance. But what if science could take this centuries-old sport to new heights? A recent study combines Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and big data analytics to uncover what separates the top-ranked players from the rest. The findings […]

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AI

Revolutionizing Cancer Care with Real-World Data

Imagine if every detail of a cancer patient’s journey—doctor’s notes, radiology reports, genetic profiles—could be transformed into a treasure trove of knowledge. That’s exactly what a groundbreaking dataset called MSK-CHORD promises. Developed by researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, this powerful tool combines real-world data with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) to change how we […]

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Announcements

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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