A new learning hub is opening its doors for kids in Ogle and Lee counties who need a different classroom vibe. The place is called the Chana Education Center, and it’s built to help students who face anxiety, trauma, or learning differences thrive. Instead of a huge lecture hall, Chana offers a t
Students from all over Berks County are gathering at Albright College on March 2 to set up their projects for the 74th Reading‑Berks Science and Engineering Fair. The event, which began in 1952, is the second‑oldest science fair in America and welcomes participants from grades six through twelve.
Leanne Fan, an 18‑year‑old senior from Westview High School in San Diego, has turned her bedroom into a mini laboratory. She built a low‑cost device that spins samples to mimic the weightlessness astronauts feel in orbit, allowing her to study how living cells respond when gravity is absent. Inst
Loughborough University has signed a new three‑year deal with Science in Sport (SiS), the world’s top brand for sports nutrition. The agreement keeps SiS as the official food partner for many of Loughborough’s elite teams and opens doors for fresh research projects. SiS is known for creating the
Jeff Bezos argues that when we can find the real answer, we should not settle for a middle ground. He gives a simple example: in a room people guess the ceiling height. Instead of measuring it, they might settle on an average number. That is compromise, a quick but inaccurate solution. Bezos says t
Mice were trained to decide whether a picture meant “go” or “no‑go. ” Scientists recorded the electrical activity of single neurons in ten brain areas for weeks. They used ultra‑flexible wires that stayed attached to the mice’s heads, so they could watch how each region talked to the others du
The British government is thinking about stopping companies that operate without a national license from putting their logos on sports teams. The move aims to cut down the influence of illegal gambling firms and level the playing field for those that follow UK rules. Premier League clubs already
The new Focus Issue on molecular microbiology is a celebration of science that improves health. Here are some standout papers from the recent archive that show how basic research can lead to real benefits for people. First, a study revealed how tiny changes in bacterial DNA help microbes survi
In Tehran, a new wave of student protests has begun to unfold after the government’s harsh crackdown earlier this year. For three consecutive days, students at major universities have taken to the streets, chanting slogans and demanding change. At Tehran University, voices rose against the regime’s
Spain is set to release documents about a failed coup in 1981 that almost toppled its young democracy. The move follows many people asking for more information. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the files will be declassified. He called it a way to pay back a historical debt and let citizens see th
