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Mar 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Catching Liars: The Science Behind Spotting Lies

Deception detection is a big deal in areas like national security, privacy, and courtrooms. It's tough to tell truth from lies because there are so many factors involved. Traditional lie detectors, or polygraphs, have been around for a while but have issues. They are controversial because of scienti

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Diabetic Foot Care: A Team Effort That Saves Lives

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and lower extremity amputations (LEAs) are serious issues. They can lower the quality of life and even threaten survival. They also cost a lot of money for healthcare and the economy. Guidelines suggest using a team approach, but not much is said about how cost-effective

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

Fran McCaffery's Iowa Exit: A Look at His 15 Year Legacy

The University of Iowa has decided to move on from Fran McCaffery, who spent 15 years as the head coach of the men's basketball team. McCaffery's final record stands at 297 wins and 207 losses, making him the winningest coach in Hawkeye basketball history. McCaffery's last season was a bit

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Navigating the Maze of Health Tech Assessments

Health tech assessments are tools that help make smart decisions about health programs. They compare the benefits and costs of different health interventions. However, many health interventions are complex, making it hard to use traditional assessment methods. These assessments are crucial for info

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Mar 14 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Seawater Splitting with Smart Tweaks to Photoanodes

Ever wondered how to make seawater splitting more efficient? Scientists have found a clever way to do just that. They've come up with a two-step process to improve photoanodes, the key players in turning seawater into hydrogen. The first step involves adding tungsten to the mix. This tweak

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Mar 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xbox's New AI Sidekick: Copilot for Gaming

Xbox is set to launch a new AI tool called Copilot for Gaming. This isn't just a regular tool; it's designed to be a gaming assistant, offering tips, guides, and insights as you play through games. It will be available through the Xbox mobile app, acting like a second screen. This AI tool i

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Mar 13 2025SCIENCE

Ethics in a Multicultural World

The world is a big place. It's full of different cultures, beliefs, and traditions. When it comes to bioethics, or the study of ethical issues in medicine and biology, things can get complicated. This is because what's considered ethical in one culture might not be in another. Some people think that

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Mar 11 2025SCIENCE

Miniature Fluorescent Tools Shed Light on Cancer and Brain Health

Picture this: tiny, glowing tools that can help us understand and treat diseases like cancer and brain disorders. These tools are called miniaturized fluorescent probes, and they are designed to target a specific enzyme called monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL). MAGL is crucial because it helps control

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Boosting Baby Chances: Can an App Help?

Couples struggling with fertility issues often face a variety of lifestyle hurdles. These challenges can significantly lower their odds of getting pregnant. Among these hurdles are unhealthy weight, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, smoking, alcohol and drug use, and high stress levels. Addressing t

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Mar 10 2025SPORTS

Spartans Dominate Wolverines in Big Ten Showdown

The Spartans, a formidable force in college basketball, secured a commanding victory over the Wolverines in a recent Big Ten matchup. The game, held at the Breslin Center, saw the Spartans take an early lead and maintain it throughout the contest. The Wolverines, despite their efforts, struggled to

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