Women's rugby is becoming more popular and professional, but the science and safety measures aren't keeping up. Most research is based on men, even though women face different health and injury issues. This new collection of research in the European Journal of Sport Science aims to change that. It f
The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on public trust in scientists, but a recent survey shows a small increase. Last year, only 73% of Americans expressed confidence in scientists, but now that number has climbed to 76%. During the peak of the pandemic in 2020, the figure was much higher at 87%. The Pe
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been tasked with cutting waste in government, including scientific research. Some studies, like those involving shrimp on treadmills or bobcat pee on rats, may seem pointless. But these experiments play a vital role in understanding the world around us. Science thr
You might not expect a Christmas movie to come from Mars, but that’s exactly what happened with Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. Turning 60 this year, this film has a strange charm that makes it a holiday classic, despite its many flaws. The story kicks off with Martian kids getting hooked on Eart
Prof. C. N. R. Rao is a name that resonates in the world of science, especially when it comes to solid state chemistry and materials science. His journey is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Karnataka, India, Rao's passion for science began at a young age. He pursued his education in India and th
Fifty-five years ago, a journal was born with a mission to improve animal health and production in hot regions. This journal, let's call it "Tropical Livestock Health, " focuses on original research and observations that can boost livestock health and productivity. It's in line with the United Natio
You might have seen the article "Crayfish Research: A Global Scientometric Analysis Using CiteSpace" in the journal Animals. Guess what? It's been taken down. Why? Well, let's chat about that. Scientific eyes were on this paper, with Azra and team leading the way in analyzing crayfish research worl
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), often called "brittle bone disease, " is a rare genetic condition that makes bones very fragile. It's caused by a problem with a type of collagen, which affects different tissues in the body. Because OI impacts many body systems, people with it need care from many docto
Nine promising film students have been chosen by the Museum of the Moving Image and the Sloan Foundation to craft science-themed screenplays. These lucky students, hailing from top film schools, will have access to expert mentors throughout the year. Two of them will win a $20, 000 prize. The mento
Laura Helmuth, the chief editor of Scientific American, found herself in hot water after posting some not-so-classy comments about Donald Trump and his supporters on Election Night. She later apologized, but some serious soul-searching is still needed, not just for her, but for the entire scientific
