Raymond Hubscher, a biomedical engineering student at the University of British Columbia, was all set to return to campus for his fourth year. However, his plans were derailed when he couldn't secure on-campus housing through the random selection process used for mature returning students. As a BC r
The Titan submersible's fateful mission to the Titanic wreckage site was not just a matter of curiosity, but a complex web of human factors, design flaws, and operational missteps that ultimately led to its catastrophic demise. As the scientific director for the company that owned the submersible, S
The Breast Milk Donation Center in Riverside, California: A Game-Changer for Newborns In the heart of Riverside, California, a new breast milk donation center has opened its doors, bringing hope and life to fragile newborns. The center, operated by UCR Health Inland Empire Women's Health Center, is
Childhood trauma is often seen as a distant memory, something left behind in the past. But a recent study has shed light on the long-lasting impact of childhood adversity on our health. The research, led by UCLA Health, found that childhood trauma can increase the risk of developing 20 major disease
Tulane University has announced a groundbreaking gift that will revolutionize its 112-year-old School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. The donor, Celia Scott Weatherhead, has made a significant contribution to the institution, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of public
St. John's University has taken a significant step forward in healthcare education with the launch of its state-of-the-art St. Vincent's Health Sciences Center. This 70,000-square-foot building is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including six interactive mannequins that can simulate emergency
Tulane University's School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine has received a significant gift from a long-time donor, Celia Scott Weatherhead, which will help transform the institution into one of the best in the world. Weatherhead, a 1965 graduate of Tulane's Newcomb College, has given over $16
India's arms export regulations are notoriously vague, allowing for a grey area in which munitions can be diverted to unintended recipients. The recent transfer of Indian-made artillery shells to Ukraine has raised concerns among Russian officials, who have protested the move despite India's denials
Stockton Rush, the founder and CEO of OceanGate, has left a trail of controversy and disaster in his wake. Long before the tragic implosion of the Titan submersible in 2023, Rush had already demonstrated a pattern of reckless behavior that would ultimately lead to his downfall. In the summer of 2016
The University of North Texas Health Science Center has made a significant decision to cease accepting unclaimed bodies following an investigation by NBC News. The program, which was designed to provide cadavers for medical research and education, had been plagued by controversy and allegations of d
