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fromQNS
1 week ago

Out of this world: Queens students have live Earth-to-space conversation with NASA astronaut - QNS

NASA is really interested in how our bodies react to long-duration space flight. So, we do a lot of tests, such as measuring our blood pressure or seeing what our organs are doing with ultrasound.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

3 discoveries that change the way we think of the universe

The universe's origins have shifted from philosophical to scientific inquiry, yielding surprising answers.
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fromBig Think
3 months ago

Where did our universe come from?

The universe's origins now can be explored scientifically, transforming questions once reserved for philosophy and theology.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

3 discoveries that change the way we think of the universe

The universe's origins have shifted from philosophical to scientific inquiry, yielding surprising answers.
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fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

Before You Share That Health Tip, Read This | The Walrus

Health misinformation is increasingly influenced by political identity and affects public discourse.
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fromBig Think
1 month ago

Murder, she measured: The impressive science behind Agatha Christie's poisons

Agatha Christie's storytelling intertwines intricate murder plots with scientific elements, enhancing reader engagement and mystery.
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fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Carl Sagan Issues a Chilling Warning About the Decline of Scientific Thinking in America: Watch His Final Interview (1996)

Carl Sagan highlighted the critical gap in public understanding of science and warned of the dangers this poses to democracy.
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fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Carl Sagan Issues a Chilling Warning About the Decline of Scientific Thinking in America: Watch His Final Interview (1996)

Carl Sagan highlighted the critical gap in public understanding of science and warned of the dangers this poses to democracy.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

What is the weirdest thing in the universe?

Black holes and quantum particles present some of the strangest phenomena in the universe.
The Great Exhibition Road Festival showcases fascinating scientific insights.
#climate-change
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fromState of the Planet
5 months ago

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Writer Elizabeth Kolbert Is Cataloging the Climate Crisis

Elizabeth Kolbert highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions to overcome climate challenges while addressing humanity's role in these crises.
fromSimplecast
9 months ago
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Foremost Climatologist Dr. Michael Mann responds to Gov. Ron Desantis' comments on hurricanes and global warming

Climate change significantly increases hurricane intensity and frequency, contradicting Governor DeSantis's minimization of its effects.
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fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

Can graphic imagination wake audiences up to the climate emergency? This multimedia artist believes so

Science should engage the public by producing beauty alongside knowledge, especially through art that communicates the urgency of climate change.
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fromState of the Planet
5 months ago

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Writer Elizabeth Kolbert Is Cataloging the Climate Crisis

Elizabeth Kolbert highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions to overcome climate challenges while addressing humanity's role in these crises.
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fromSimplecast
9 months ago

Foremost Climatologist Dr. Michael Mann responds to Gov. Ron Desantis' comments on hurricanes and global warming

Climate change significantly increases hurricane intensity and frequency, contradicting Governor DeSantis's minimization of its effects.
more#climate-change
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fromNature
1 month ago

Should there be a national holiday in honour of chemists?

Science communication is essential for public engagement and understanding.
Arctic exploration contributes significantly to research on climate change.
#education
fromNPR.org
7 years ago
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Teaching And Learning At The Boundaries Of Two Cultures

Education should bridge sciences and humanities for a holistic understanding of the universe.
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fromOpen Culture
4 months ago

Puppets of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Charles Dickens & Edgar Allan Poe Star in 1957 Frank Capra Educational Film

The Bell Telephone Science Hour blended entertainment and education, influencing future science shows through imaginative storytelling.
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fromOpen Culture
4 months ago

Puppets of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Charles Dickens & Edgar Allan Poe Star in 1957 Frank Capra Educational Film

The Bell Telephone Science Hour blended entertainment and education, influencing future science shows through imaginative storytelling.
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fromDefector
2 months ago

Colossal Biosciences Can't Have It Both Ways | Defector

The dire wolf is not truly back; it's a modern wolf with genetic modifications, not a de-extincted species.
#public-health
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Science Amid Chaos: What Worked During the Pandemic? What Failed?

Pandemic lessons emphasize the need for transparency and adaptability in public health guidance during future crises.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Science Amid Chaos: What Worked During the Pandemic? What Failed?

Pandemic lessons emphasize the need for transparency and adaptability in public health guidance during future crises.
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fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: These award-winning photos show scientists at work

Scientists' fieldwork photos celebrate the dedication and artistry in research, highlighting the calmness amid the chaos.
Debate exists over AI's role in writing scientific papers and its implications for future research.
Advancements in obesity-related cancer research suggest weight-loss drugs could outperform surgery.
Rovelli critiques bad philosophy as a barrier to progress in the field of physics.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How 'Star Wars' can save STEM education

The disconnect between importance and attention in American culture presents a significant challenge for the STEM community, highlighting the need for engaging narratives.
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fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Meet the winners of the 2025 Dance Your PhD contest

The Dance Your PhD contest showcases PhD students explaining their research through dance, fostering creativity and engagement in science communication.
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fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

In Dr. Phil Interview, RFK Jr. Encourages Parents to Do Their Own Research on Vaccines

Kennedy's promotion of 'doing your own research' on vaccines highlights the dangers of misinformation in health decision-making.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

Space Isn't as Silent as You Might Think

Space is mostly empty, but sound can still travel through certain mediums, making the classic slogan about silence in space not entirely accurate.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

A bug that jets pee? These comics illustrate nature's real-life superpowers

Bhamla Lab uses comics to make biomechanics research accessible and engaging for non-scientific audiences.
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fromBig Think
4 months ago

Following the scientific consensus: how to be "the least wrong"

Theory and consensus have precise meanings in science that contrast with casual everyday use, affecting understanding of scientific concepts.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

North America's Only Total Lunar Eclipse of 2025 Is Coming. Here's How to Watch It

"A total lunar eclipse is set to occur on the night of March 13 and into the early-morning hours of March 14. This astronomical event is majestic and happens at night, which makes it easy to watch."
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fromBig Think
5 months ago

Exploring the wild and disturbing world of "scienceploitation"

Science is vital for navigating today's information ecosystem, but it's often misused, leading to misconceptions and confusion.
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fromItsnicethat
5 months ago

Uncommon's myth-busting campaign for The Ordinary reveals the truth behind bogus beauty claims

The Ordinary's campaign addresses beauty industry misinformation by sharing accessible scientific knowledge on skincare.
fromNature
8 months ago

Science communication will benefit from research integrity standards

"Although many scientists have taken to communicating directly with the public, others are afraid to do so, not least because social-media platforms offer few guardrails or protections against disinformation."
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