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July 28, 2025 · 5 min read
I just spent a week at the beach staring at the ocean and really starting to think: Why is a sip from the ocean a terrible idea, while lake water (if clean) is okay? In this post, we’ll dive (pun intended) into what sets freshwater and saltwater apart, why the Earth has both types, how […]
To everything, turn turn turn There is a season, turn turn turn. For us, summer is coming to a close. So, it’s kind of fitting that this incredible article on the seasons of life was published. We’ll have a blog about it next week. Here’s what we have in store for you all. Unlock Science Secrets: […]
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Harnessing solar energy efficiently is crucial for our sustainable future. With the rise of photovoltaic (PV) energy systems, storing and managing this energy effectively becomes vital. Enter the world of swarm intelligence—a fascinating field that could revolutionize how we optimize solar energy storage systems. This blog looks at a study on how these algorithms work […]
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Imagine feeling an overwhelming sense of unity with the universe, where the boundaries of your ego dissolve, and you experience a profound connection to everything around you. This mystical experience is not just a fanciful idea but a potential game-changer in the world of mental health treatment. Recent research suggests that these profound moments, often […]
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Imagine a world where the solution to drought lies not in the clouds, but in the icy expanses of Antarctica. Picture colossal icebergs, not as frigid relics of the polar regions, but as potential lifelines for parched cities. This might sound like the plot of a science fiction novel, but it’s a concept that scientists […]
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Imagine you’re looking at a bunch of coins scattered randomly on the floor. At first glance, they seem to be all over the place without any order. However, what if there was a hidden pattern in how these coins are arranged? Mathematicians have been grappling with a similar mystery regarding prime numbers for centuries. The […]
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Have you ever wondered why gender inequality persists in the workplace despite numerous interventions and initiatives? Despite seeing many successful women in business and leadership, the reality is that women as a group still face significant barriers in their careers. A recent review article sheds light on why the common approach of “fixing” women is […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a ubiquitous presence in our daily lives, raising profound moral questions as it interacts more deeply with human society. From virtual assistants to autonomous vehicles, AI is increasingly being tasked with making decisions that have significant ethical implications. This blog will explore the complex interplay between AI and moral psychology, […]
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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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Up here in the northeast, we’re getting rain—the remnants of Debbie. It’s going to be several inches today, along with some heavy winds, so for my neighbors, stay safe. Here’s what’s coming up next week in science. Explore and Learn with Science: Dive into groundbreaking research and inspiring stories with ‘This Week in Science’! Perfect […]
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