Machine learning has changed how we predict weather and decode proteins, but scientists who study the ocean still face a problem: most models act like black boxes that give answers without explaining why. A new idea tackles this issue by using a technique called symbolic regression, which searche
Extreme weather events like hurricanes and floods are not just physical disasters. They also take a toll on mental health. This is especially true in underserved communities that face these events over and over again. These communities often lack the resources to cope with the emotional aftermath.
Learning about the nerves in the head can be tough. But what if stories could make it easier? A recent study looked at how different teaching methods affect how well medical students learn this tricky subject. The study split 88 students into three groups. One group got the usual lessons. The other
Learning about the tiny world in our mouths and how our bodies fight off invaders can be tricky. But what if there was a game to make it easier? Enter the dual-role duel card game. This isn't just any game; it's designed to help students grasp complex ideas in oral microbiology and immunology. The g
Machines talking to each other without a middleman? That's the big idea behind Tashi, a new way to make devices work together in real time. Right now, most machines rely on big cloud services like AWS or Google Cloud to communicate. But these services can be slow, expensive, and sometimes just plain
Learning a new language can be tough, especially as you get older. But it's not impossible. It might not make you fluent, but it's good for your brain. Take Stephen, for example. He speaks Spanish well. He learned it years ago while working in Spain, Mexico, and Argentina. Now, he lives in Tokyo. H
Extreme weather is a big deal, but people often overlook the dangers of cold weather. Many think heat is the main problem, but research shows that cold weather is actually more deadly. Over the past 25 years, cold weather has caused 65% of temperature-related deaths in the U. S. , while heat caused
Extreme weather events in the first half of 2025 have caused unprecedented damage in the US, totaling a staggering $101 billion. This alarming figure comes from a revived climate-disaster database, once managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which was abruptly discont
Machines are now able to solve complex problems without constant human guidance. This is a significant shift from the past when computers relied heavily on human input to learn. Now, they can learn independently, much like how children learn through exploration and trial and error. These advanced m
Extreme hunger, or hyperphagia, is a big problem for people with rare brain conditions affecting the melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) pathway. This pathway is like a traffic cop in the brain, helping to control how much energy the body uses. When it's not working right, people can feel hungry all the
