Doctors and scientists are often seen as the smartest people in the room. They have years of training and know a lot about the human body and the world around us. But here's a secret: the best ones know that they don't know everything. This is called epistemic humility. It's about being open to the
The recent arrests of scientists over smuggled samples have raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about border security and scientific research. This is not just about a few individuals breaking the rules. It's a bigger issue that touches on how we balance safety with the free flow of knowledge an
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is facing a significant challenge. Many of its scientists are publicly criticizing recent budget cuts. This is a big deal because the NIH is a major player in global health research. The cuts are causing real problems for ongoing studies and the people involve
The persecution of Jewish and dissenting German pharmacologists during the Nazi era (1933-1945) had a profound impact on their professional lives. The oldest pharmacological journal, Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, was established in 1873. It has a rich history and has published nume
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. caused a stir recently. He is the head of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. He suggested that government scientists might stop publishing their research in top medical journals. He made this statement on a podcast called "The Ultimate Human". The journals he m
A group of vision researchers in California have found a way to see a color that humans usually can't. They used lasers to boost their eyesight. It's a big deal. This new color is so intense that it's hard to describe. It's like a super bright blue-green. They named it "olo. " On
France is rolling out the red carpet for American scientists. Nearly 300 researchers have applied to a French program. This program is designed to offer a safe haven for those feeling the pinch of budget cuts in the U. S. The program is called Safe Place For Science. It is a response to the Trum
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is facing significant changes. The agency has laid off numerous employees who played crucial roles in supporting safety inspections. These roles included organizing complex international trips, testing food samples, and communicating urgent safety recalls to th
Japan has a rich history in the realm of drug metabolism and disposition. This is clear when looking at the contributions made by Japanese researchers to the journal Drug Metabolism and Disposition over the last 50 years. Their work has significantly shaped the field, focusing on drug metabolism, me
Imagine a world where medical research is as diverse as the people it serves. That's the goal of a unique program designed to boost the number of physician-scientists from backgrounds that are often left out of the mix. These underrepresented groups face real hurdles when trying to enter the field.
