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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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Environment

The Power of Citizen Science

In a world where science often seems restricted to laboratories and elite institutions, citizen science emerges as a vibrant frontier redefining who gets to participate in the process of discovery. A study published in PLOS ONE has cast a spotlight on this burgeoning field, revealing the extensive scale and unique dynamics of global citizen science […]

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Society

Webs of Deception: The Science Behind Conspiracy Theories and Real Conspiracies

In today’s digital age, the rapid spread of information—and misinformation—has brought conspiracy theories into the spotlight. But what separates a baseless theory from a genuine conspiracy? Recent research using innovative computational techniques is shedding light on how these stories evolve and influence public perception and behavior. The Science of Conspiracy Theories A groundbreaking study, published […]

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Health

The Mysteries of the Dying Brain: A Journey Beyond Life’s Final Frontier

Imagine, for a moment, the unfathomable – what happens in our brains at the moment of death? This enigma has puzzled scientists, philosophers, and theologians for centuries. Today, we embark on a fascinating exploration of groundbreaking research led by Dr. Jimo Borjigin at the University of Michigan, revealing stunning insights into the dying brain. This […]

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Swimming with Giants: The Ancient Aquatic Reptiles That Were Not Dinosaurs

When we think of the titans of the Mesozoic era, dinosaurs often steal the spotlight with their impressive sizes and intriguing diversity. However, the oceans of that era were ruled by equally fascinating creatures: the ichthyosaurs and mosasaurs. These marine reptiles, though often grouped with dinosaurs in popular imagination, were quite different in terms of […]

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Environment

These are very big Ichthyosaurs

In the tranquil coastal stretches of Somerset, UK, recent scientific discoveries have unearthed evidence of some of the most colossal creatures to ever inhabit our oceans. Ichthyosaurs, marine reptiles resembling modern dolphins in form but dinosaurs in scale, roamed our prehistoric seas. Recent excavations have not only shed light on these giant creatures but have […]

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