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Mar 05 2025SCIENCE

The Surprising Truth About Hydrogen in Solar Cells

Picture this: tiny gaps in a material that were once seen as a major issue. These are hydrogen vacancies in metal-halide perovskites, which are used to make solar cells. For a long time, scientists believed these vacancies caused a lot of energy loss as heat, instead of converting it into electricit

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Mar 05 2025EDUCATION

Breaking Barriers: How Media Empowers BIPOC Voices in Higher Education

Imagine a world where everyone's story is heard and valued. That's the power of media praxis, especially for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in higher education. These platforms are more than just tools; they're gateways to empowerment and leadership. Think about it. When BIP

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Mar 03 2025CELEBRITIES

Oscar Night: The Fashion Showdown

The 97th Academy Awards, held in Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, marked the end of a wild award season. Stars flocked to the red carpet, making it a spectacle to behold. Emilia Pérez's film led with 13 nominations, a record for a non-English language film. However, things took a turn when offensive tweet

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Mar 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Oscars 2025: The Big Winners and Surprising Upsets

The 97th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, saw some unexpected winners and first-time Oscar recipients. Zoe Saldaña and Kieran Culkin took home the awards for Best Supporting Actress and Actor for their roles in Emilia Pérez and A Real Pain, respectively. This marks the first O

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Mar 03 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mysteries of Tin Dioxide Gas Sensors

Tin dioxide (SnO2) gas sensors have been with us for a long time, yet their inner workings are still shrouded in mystery. This lack of understanding makes it hard to improve these sensors. Scientists have been working to figure out how these sensors function. A major breakthrough came when research

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Feb 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Oscar Night 2025: Your Guide to the Biggest Movie Celebration

Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour! The 97th Academy Awards are happening on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O'Brien will be hosting the event for the first time, bringing his unique humor to the stage. This year, the ceremony will feature some big names. Harrison F

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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Power in Numbers: Academics Unite for Change

Universities are facing some big challenges. Redundancies, market pressures, and political changes are shaking things up. So, what can academics do? Well, they can start by looking at their own work habits and seeing where they can make a difference. Academics are part of a larger group of universi

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

NIH's Slow Recovery: What's Next for Research Funding?

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is gradually returning to its regular operations. The Center for Scientific Review has resumed reviewing grants, which is crucial because it oversees many academic research grants, fellowships, and small business grants. However, there's a hiccup: the advisory

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Feb 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Ayesha Curry's Big Business Move and a Romantic Getaway

The Golden State Warriors' break after the All-Star festivities was the perfect time for the Curry family to escape the media spotlight. Ayesha Curry, the wife of NBA star Stephen Curry, recently expanded her Sweet July brand by introducing a new skincare line. Her brand Sweet July is a symbol of

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Stories vs. Textbooks: Which Helps Students Learn Anatomy Better?

Imagine trying to learn about the human body without any stories or interesting details. That's what traditional anatomy classes often look like. But what if adding a bit of storytelling could make learning anatomy more fun and effective? That's exactly what a recent study explored. A group

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