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Physics

Amateur Radio’s Role in Advancing Heliophysics and Space Weather Research

Amateur radio, often called ham radio, has been a playground for innovation and communication since the early 20th century. Today, it stands at the crossroads of hobby and scientific exploration, particularly in heliophysics, atmospheric, ionospheric, and space physics research. The globally engaged and technically adept amateur radio community has an intense interest in space weather, […]

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Environment

The Fascinating World of Female Moles and Hyenas: A Journey into their Unique Biology and Evolution

Have I got some girl bosses for you?!? (I’m a 43 year old man; I have no business trafficking in youth slang…) Welcome to a fascinating journey into the world of two unique creatures – the Talpid moles and the spotted hyenas. Our guide is the comprehensive study, “The Biology and Evolution of Fierce Females […]

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Environment

Road Safety Audits: Paving the Way for Safer Roads Worldwide

In our fast-paced world, roads connect us, but they also pose significant risks. The article “Main guidelines in road safety audits: a literature review” published in Frontiers in Built Environment, serves as a critical compass guiding us through the complex landscape of road safety audits (RSA). Let’s delve into an accessible exploration of this study, […]

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Environment

Shedding Light on the Necessity Hypothesis: A Deep Dive into African Great Ape Tool Use

In the intriguing article, “Tool use, or not tool use, that is the question: is the necessity hypothesis really inconsequential for the African great apes?”, researchers delve deep into the behaviors of our closest living relatives: the great apes. Understanding the Necessity Hypothesis At the heart of this research lies the ‘necessity hypothesis’. Simply put, […]

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AI

Complexity Science and Machine Learning

Have you ever pondered how Google Maps predicts traffic or how your phone recognizes your face? These marvels are part of a rapidly evolving field where complexity science meets machine learning. In this blog, we’ll demystify the dense academic paper, “Unifying complexity science and machine learning,” making its groundbreaking insights accessible to anyone with curiosity […]

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Announcements

Next Week in Science: Welcoming in February!

Lots of great stuff coming next week as we say goodbye to gloomy OR sunny January, depending on your hemisphere. Explore, Learn, and Grow with Science: Step into the realm of discovery with ‘This Week in Science’! Tailored for both educators and science enthusiasts, our newsletter offers a weekly exploration of groundbreaking research and inspiring […]

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Math

Demystifying Six Statistical Senses: A Guide for the Curious Mind

Statistics is more than just numbers and graphs; it’s a science that helps us make sense of the world around us. The article “Six Statistical Senses” published in Annual Reviews delves into how statistics as a discipline helps in connecting theory, methodology, and computation in insightful ways. Understanding Statistical Senses The concept of statistical senses […]

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Environment

Unraveling the World of Arachnids: A Journey Through Their Science and Significance

Arachnids, those often misunderstood creatures that crawl in many a nightmare, are in fact a vital part of our world’s ecosystem. They are as diverse as they are numerous, with an estimated species count possibly in the millions, yet much about them remains a mystery. This blog delves into the seven grand challenges laid out […]

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Environment

The Evolving Role of Zoos and Aquariums

I have really fond memories on the Philadelphia Zoo. I hope that I’m creating similar memories in my own kids. However, it’s important to reflect on the role of zoos writ large in our society. In recent years, the classic notion of zoos and aquariums as mere venues for entertainment has shifted dramatically. Today’s zoos […]

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