First, let's talk about the challenges of studying sensitive issues like female genital cutting in Sudan and sex-selective abortion in Armenia. Researchers had to come up with new ways to gather information because these topics are so delicate. They didn't have any proven methods to rely on, so they
In the world of politics, moments of unity are rare. But when a 13-year-old cancer survivor, Devarjaye DJ Daniel, was honored as an honorary Secret Service agent, it seemed like a moment of bipartisan agreement. The young boy, who has been fighting brain and spine cancer, was introduced by President
A young boy from Okanagan is making a splash in the world of fundraising. Jack McNeil, a 10-year-old from Salmon Arm, has been on a mission to raise $10, 000 for cancer research. He has already completed a 2. 5km swim and a run from Salmon Arm to Enderby. This journey started with a simple goal of r
In a remarkable discovery in Spain, scientists have found the earliest known human face fossil in Western Europe. This fossil, affectionately named Pink, was unearthed at the Atapuerca archaeological site in northern Spain. The discovery is significant because it pushes back the timeline of human se
Michelle Bowman, a well-known figure in the banking world, has been chosen for a big role at the Federal Reserve. She's now the vice-chair for supervision, a position that's crucial for overseeing banks and financial institutions. This move by Donald Trump is seen as a shift towards lighter regulati
A recent court decision has temporarily halted parts of an executive order. This order was aimed at a well-known law firm, Perkins Coie. The firm was targeted for its legal work during the 2016 presidential campaign. The order was seen as a way to punish the firm for its role in investigating ties b
Imagine a world where doctors can easily access and understand the data from electronic health records (EHRs). This would make it easier to build research-grade databases. This is crucial for improving medical practices. Modern hip replacement surgeries, or total hip arthroplasties, often involve m
Young people's thoughts on using their health data for mental health research are a hot topic. This is because health data is already being collected. It is a goldmine for researchers. They can use it to understand mental health better. It is a big deal because it can help a lot of people. But th
Online surveys are great for reaching lots of people, especially when it comes to health research. But there's a big problem: fake data. This is a huge issue when you're trying to get honest answers from Black cisgender women. These surveys often offer rewards, which can tempt some people to cheat.
In the vast, often inhospitable world of extreme environments, scientists have found a way to spot tiny, living things. They used special cameras to watch how these microbes move and look. These places are not your average swimming pool. They include super-salty water, freezing cold ice, an
