RESEARCHERS

Jul 05 2025SCIENCE

Spotlight on Scientists Breaking Barriers

In the world of science, there are unsung heroes working hard to make sure everyone feels welcome. These researchers are not just doing groundbreaking work in labs. They are also creating environments where people from all backgrounds can thrive. This is not just about being nice. It is about making science better by including more voices. Why does this matter? Well...

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May 28 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Federal Funding Under Fire

Harvard University is in the middle of a heated dispute with the federal government. The current administration is looking into pulling back a significant amount of money from the university. This move is part of a larger conflict that has been brewing for some time. The administration is eyeing around 30 contracts worth about 100 million dollars. These contracts ar...

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Muscle Science Meets Innovation: The Latest in Myology Research

In the heart of Italy, the 21st annual gathering of muscle experts took place in Assisi from September 4-7, 2024. This event, organized by the Interuniversity Institute of Myology, brought together 123 professionals from around the world. These experts included researchers, pharmaceutical representatives, and patient advocates from Italy, Europe, Canada, and the USA....

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Dec 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Spanish Words and AI: A New Way to Study Sentiments

Ever wondered why some Spanish words feel warm and fuzzy, while others make you shudder? Researchers have just discovered an innovative method using artificial intelligence to figure this out. They analyzed over 100, 000 Spanish words, looking at how pleasant, exciting, or concrete they seem. The AI, named GPT-4o, did remarkably well, sometimes outperforming traditio...

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Oct 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

UK Scientists Smash Data Speed Record with Mixed Tech

Imagine transferring a two-hour 4K movie in just 0. 12 seconds! That's what UK researchers from University College London (UCL) have pulled off. They combined electronic and photonic technologies to reach a crazy-fast data speed of 1 terabit per second (Tbps) in lab tests. This new wireless tech uses a mix of radio and light frequencies to overcome the crowded signal...

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