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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 […]
As I’ve been saying, the lightning bugs are out, and the heat wave seems to have been broken, so we’re doing a-ok here. Here’s what’s coming up next week in science. Also, our sister publication This Week in Public Health is now on Instagram. What does that mean? Well, we try to make even shorter, […]
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Imagine trying to solve a jigsaw puzzle with pieces that constantly change shape. This is akin to the challenge scientists face when trying to understand quantum many-body systems—complex arrangements of particles interacting in unpredictable ways. Recently, a groundbreaking method called wavefunction matching has made significant strides in simplifying these puzzles, offering hope for more accurate […]
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Understanding our furry friends is a never-ending adventure, full of wagging tails, curious sniffs, and sometimes perplexing behaviors. Recent research has delved into the connection between dogs’ cognitive abilities and their daily behaviors, shedding light on how our pets’ minds work. This study explores whether cognitive tests can reveal insights into dogs’ everyday lives with […]
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In the vast cosmos, supermassive black holes exert a powerful influence on their surroundings, shaping the evolution of galaxies. One recent study has shed light on this phenomenon by examining the galaxy COSMOS-11142 using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). This research provides compelling evidence that supermassive black holes can rapidly quench star formation in […]
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The best part of early summer? The Lightning bugs are out! Here’s what we have coming up next week in Science. Transform Your Science World: Get the latest and most inspiring scientific updates with ‘This Week in Science’! Perfect for educators and science enthusiasts, our free weekly newsletter delivers groundbreaking research and stories that ignite […]
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The world is home to a rich diversity of life, but many species are teetering on the brink of extinction. According to recent research published in Nature, conservation efforts are not keeping pace with the threats facing these species. Using data from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List and other global […]
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Imagine a future where the cure for a debilitating disease lies not in a bottle of pills, but in a simple procedure involving the healthy bacteria from another person’s gut. It sounds like science fiction, but this is the exciting potential of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). This blog explores a groundbreaking study on the efficacy […]
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Quantum entanglement is one of the most fascinating and mysterious phenomena in quantum mechanics. Albert Einstein famously called it “spooky action at a distance,” and even today, it continues to puzzle and inspire scientists around the world. In this blog, we’ll explore what quantum entanglement is, how it works, and why it matters. What is […]
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Welcome to all our new subscribers! We hope you find this work helpful as you stay on the cutting edge of recent developments. Here’s what we have next week in Science. Explore and Learn with Science: Dive into groundbreaking research and inspiring stories with ‘This Week in Science’! Perfect for teachers and science enthusiasts, our […]
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