Every year, experts and communicators eagerly await the Pew Research Center's report on trust in science. This year's results, released just last week, bring a glimmer of hope. After taking a hit during the pandemic, trust in scientists is slowly making a comeback. The survey, conducted with nearly
Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti
In a surprising move, Russia sent over 70 animals to a zoo in Pyongyang. The collection included an African lion, bears, yaks, and various birds like cockatoos, pheasants, and mandarin ducks. The animals were flown in on a Russian government plane, escorted by veterinarians from Moscow. This comes a
Let's dive into the world of sports technology! A recent study explored whether the Jump Power app can reliably and accurately measure vertical jumps in professional soccer players. The researchers compared the app with the Optojump photoelectric cell system, a well-trusted method for such measureme
Physicist-turned-golfer Bryson DeChambeau is shaking up the golf world with his scientific approach. Imagine, a golfer who graduated with a degree in physics and uses science to improve his game. DeChambeau's unique strategies catapulted him to a U. S. Open win in 2020, silencing any doubters. Now,
2024 has quietly become a standout year for budget-friendly video games. While many might associate “cheap games” with old CDs full of dubious titles like “1000 Games in 1, ” this year has brought a refreshing change. After the expensive releases of 2023, such as Baldur's Gate 3 and Street Fighter 6
Imagine using light to transform everyday chemicals into something extraordinary! Scientists have found a clever way to do just that. They're using visible light to change common compounds called 1, 3-enynes into allenes. This process, called photoredox catalysis, is like a magic trick in the lab. I
Every year, the Taurid meteor shower lights up the night sky. But beyond the spectacle, scientists wonder if larger chunks could pose a danger to Earth. The Taurid stream, linked to Comet Encke, could contain boulder-sized objects. Could one of these hit Earth? Some theories suggest a massive impact
You've likely heard of Ranga Dias, the physicist from the University of Rochester who made waves with claims about superconductivity. Superconductivity is when electricity can flow without resistance, and high-temperature superconductors could revolutionize energy and technology. Dias, however, face
Imagine you've ever wondered how cough medicines for cats actually work. Scientists recently conducted an experiment involving anesthetized cats to find out. They tested two different medicines, 3APPi and Levo, to see how they impact the timing of coughs. Interestingly, both medicines reduced the n
