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New SCCT president, a veteran cardiologist, highlights importance of listening and teamwork
New SCCT president Ronen Rubinshtein, MD, says the fields of interventional cardiology and cardiac imaging are two of his greatest interests.
Alvin George Discusses Entrepreneurial Funding Strategies on The Burns Equation Podcast
La Jolla, CALIFORNIA, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alvin George, Founder & Managing Director of Dominion Capital Alliance (www.Dominion...
Turn Earth Data into Real-World Impact with NASA's Earth Science Applications Guidebook
This interactive resource guides users through Earth Science at NASA, developing Earth Action proposals, and managing an Earth Action project.
2nd PET scan changes treatment for nearly half of prostate cancer patients
Managing recurrent prostate cancer after first-line treatment remains a key clinical challenge, experts write in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
Connecticut faces Portland on 3-game home skid
Portland averages 9.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.0 more made shot on average than the 8.6 per game Connecticut allows. The teams play for the third time this season. In the last matchup on May 28 the Fire won 71-61 led by 20 points from Carla Leite, while Morrow scored 13 points for the Sun. TOP PERFORMERS: Olivia Nelson-Ododa is averaging nine points and 5.6 rebounds for the Sun. Leila Lacan is averaging 14.0 points over the last 10 games.
TSMC to add 2 advanced chip packaging plants in Chiayi, Taiwan minister says
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) will add two advanced chip packaging plants in the Chiayi Science Park, the island's science and technology minister said on Sunday.
Six Flags Entertainment (FUN) Launches Tormenta, Is The Stock Still Undervalued?
Six Flags Entertainment (FUN) is in focus after Six Flags Over Texas opened Tormenta: Rampaging Run, a record-setting giga dive coaster, paired with the new Rancho de la Tormenta themed village and festival. See our latest analysis for Six Flags Entertainment. Despite the fanfare around Tormenta: Rampaging Run and a new COO appointment, Six Flags Entertainment’s recent momentum has been mixed, with a 1 day share price return of 4.34% at US$19.46, but a year to date share price return of...
Senate again confronts the challenges of an aging membership
Lindsey Graham’s death and Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization are reviving hard questions, including what happens when members can no longer serve but don’t resign?
Business People: Mark Reilly named editor-in-chief at Business Journal
MEDIA The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal announced that Mark Reilly will be its next editor-in-chief, succeeding Dirk DeYoung, who is retiring next month. Reilly has been managing editor of the Business Journal since 2006, starting…
Why the Real Bottleneck in Your Business Is Biological
Great leadership comes from managing stress and decision-making by protecting and optimizing the brain’s ability to think under pressure.
Some are raising ethical concerns about political text messages using AI
Taught to sound like a candidate, bots are engaging voters with personalized text messages making AI-generated texting conversations the latest tool political campaigns are using to connect.
Scientists finally know why gold never tarnishes, and the secret lies in its self-protecting surface
For thousands of years, humans have valued pure gold because it stays bright and shiny without becoming dull. Now, scientists have discovered that gold has a tiny self-protection system that actively stops oxygen from damaging its surface.
At Family Science Night, Wonder Comes Before Answers.
BAR HARBOR—Family Science Night isn’t really about science. It’s about wonder. It’s about watching a five-year-old realize that the tiny creature under a microscope is a real living thing. It’s about a teenager discovering that the scientist explaining genetics or regeneration isn’t much older than they are. It’s about parents seeing curiosity spread across a child’s face the way excitement spreads across a crowd at a Fourth of July parade. For one evening, families realize that the laboratory isn’t some secretive place where knowledge is hidden behind white coats and closed doors. They learn that the lab is a place their neighbors work, their friends’ parents work, and it becomes a place where questions matter more than answers. It’s a place where wonder is the origin for knowledge. At the lab, children learn that it’s okay not to know. Adults remember that they once asked “Why?” about everything. Scientists are reminded why they fell in love with discovery in the first place. There are experiments, games, obstacle courses, and demonstrations, of course. But those are really just invitations—to touch, to explore, to laugh, to make mistakes, and to ask one more question. In a world that often rewards certainty, Family Science Night celebrates curiosity. And perhaps that’s its greatest gift. Long after the microscopes are packed away and the experiments are over, what families take home isn’t just a few new facts about biology. They take home the feeling that discovery belongs to everyone—that science isn’t something happening somewhere else by someone else. It’s simply what happens when people are given permission to wonder. A Family Science Night at the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is one of those rare community events where children and adults can experience science as something they do, not just something they read about. Hands on discovery allows hands-on learning and joy. Real scientists, some local, some scientist-interns (but still scientists) just in college make science real, approachable, and exciting. And there, complex ideas like forever chemical-filtration, DNA and so much more become not complex. Instead, they become fun. Summer fellows are challenged to explain cutting-edge biomedical research in ways a first-grader—and their grandparent—can understand. Past activities have explored gene expression, kidney function, axolotl regeneration, worms, microplastics, and phytoplankton through games and creative demonstrations. Though it’s called family night, you can also see adults going from station to station, exploring, learning together across ages. Family Science Night reflects the laboratory’s broader mission of breaking down barriers between researchers and the public, helping people understand how scientific discoveries relate to everyday life and the health of Maine’s environment. Family Science Night transforms a world-class research laboratory into a giant interactive classroom, where curiosity is encouraged, questions are celebrated, and families discover that science isn’t just something that happens in a lab—it’s an adventure anyone can join. About MDI Biological Laboratory For more than 125 years, MDI Bio Lab has been a center for training and research in comparative biology. In the last two decades its biomedical research has focused on aging, regeneration, and environmental toxins. The Laboratory houses 11 research groups staffed by an international team of world-class scientists and graduate students. It also leads a statewide network of colleges, universities and research institutions that collaborate to provide training, research experiences and financial support to help young Mainers play a bigger role in today’s biomedical revolution. Located on Maine’s rugged coast, the Laboratory’s 100+ acre campus houses research facilities, cottages and dorms that house visiting scientists and students. It is also home to MDI Bioscience, a subsidiary working to design innovative techniques to speed the drug discovery process. LINKS TO LEARN MORE NIH INBRE MDI BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY Photos: Carrie Jones and Shaun Farrar/Bar Harbor Story HELP SUPPORT THE BAR HARBOR STORY When we started The Bar Harbor Story, we didn’t know if anyone would read it. But you showed up. You shared. You sent tips. Now—over 400,000 views every month later—it’s clear: people here care about their community and each other. We’ve kept everything free because news should never be out of reach, but every one of our stories takes time to write, and your support keeps The Bar Harbor Story going. If you value our work, please consider a paid subscription, a founding membership, or a sponsorship. 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Why vitamin C serums come in dark bottles. Expert decodes the science
According to Dr Saurabh Arora, Managing Director, Auriga Research, vitamin C degrades much faster in the presence of light.
Getting campaign text messages ahead of midterms? There could be an AI bot behind it
Taught to sound like a candidate, bots are engaging voters with personalized text messages making AI-generated texting conversations the latest tool political campaigns are using to connect.
Managing water with local wisdom and science
Across a narrow watershed in Asakura, a rural city in Fukuoka Prefecture, centuries-old stone channels still guide water through fields and into the river below. Today, those same systems are the focus of researchers at Kyushu ...
This ultrasound treatment may help stop arthritis before it starts
A simple, non-invasive ultrasound treatment could one day help injured joints heal instead of remaining trapped in a cycle of damaging inflammation. Researchers at The University of Alabama in Huntsville found that continuous low-intensity ultrasound encouraged key immune cells called macrophages to shift from an inflammatory state toward one that supports tissue repair.
Warriors Get Discouraging LeBron Update From NBA Insider
The Warriors got a discouraging LeBron James update after a respected NBA insider revealed a surprising new twist. The post Warriors Get Discouraging LeBron Update From NBA Insider appeared first on HEAVY.
Managing water with local wisdom and science
Across a narrow watershed in Asakura, a rural city in Fukuoka Prefecture, centuries-old stone channels still guide water through fields and into the river below. Today, those same systems are the focus ...
Dak Prescott gets positive George Pickens update before Cowboys camp
Jerry Jones received an encouraging sign as George Pickens joined Dak Prescott's offseason workout before Cowboys training camp begins.
Pokemon Company document shows wanting to increase price from $60, encouraging people to buy both versions
An internal document from The Pokemon Company has surfaced which shows past interest in increasing the price of Pokemon games as well as encouraging people to buy both versions. Going back to the original Nintendo Switch era, Pokemon titles were $60 for each version. However, there was at least some consideration to go higher than that. One thing that prevented...
Women’s Sports Sundays holding its own after replacing ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ on ESPN
ESPN replaced Sunday Night Baseball with Women’s Sports Sundays, and three weeks in, we are getting our first look at how the change is working for ESPN. Through three weeks, WNBA games on Women’s Sports Sundays are averaging 1.04 million viewers. The latest edition of Women’s Sports Sundays was by far the series’ biggest viewership…
Experimental drug reverses severe fatty liver disease by repairing the gut
An experimental drug called DT-109 reversed severe fatty liver disease in animal studies by repairing the gut and preventing harmful toxins from damaging the liver. The discovery could open the door to a new class of treatments for MASH and potentially other diseases tied to gut health.
Center position a lingering question for Penguins
The subject was broached here earlier in the week, but let’s take another look at the 32 Thoughts lingering question of the offseason for the Penguins. Via Sportsnet: Pittsburgh Penguins: Can they add a centre before next season? GM Kyle Dubas has had a tricky job to balance between an aging core that wants to […]
Patriots Fans Claim Tom Brady Is Sabotaging Drake Maye
Do Tom Brady and Drake Maye have unresolved beef? New England Patriots fans certainly think so. Brady had an incredible run with the Patriots, throwing for 74,571 yards and 541 touchdowns. He's undoubtedly the best player to ever suit up for the franchise. Maye, on the other hand, was an MVP ...
Healthy Aging Expert’s No. 1 Social Activity To Promote Longevity
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a renowned physician reveals his favorite social activity to promote longevity because it requires several important skills crucial for heathy aging.
Court-appointed receiver seeks buyer for Kaukauna cheese grading firm
A court-appointed receiver is looking for a buyer for a local cheese aging and grading business.
John Carmack responds to Id Software layoffs, admits Microsoft stewardship claim aging badly
The Doom and Quake programmer is saddened by this week’s news of layoffs…
Six Flags coasts into record book for a third time
After the opening of Tormenta Rampaging Run, Six Flags Over Texas will house three record-breaking roller coasters.
Elon Musk reverses course on Anthropic, calls rival the 'leader in AI'
In recent weeks, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has shared kinder words for Anthropic, not long after repeatedly disparaging the competitor.
10 tips to improve your health while aging
Decline in old age isn’t inevitable. Here’s what older adults can do to prevent it.
NASA Space Telescope Maps Magnetic Fields of ‘Lighthouse’ Pulsar
For the first time, scientists have used NASA’s IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) to directly measure the magnetic fields of PSR J1101−6101, a pulsar
The Science Of Storytelling—10 Tips For Turning Complexity Into Compelling Narratives
10 field-tested, science-backed principles to turn complex science, health and technology initiatives into engaging stories people can understand, remember and share
Google Messages Adds Sweet New Sharing Feature
With Samsung shutting down Samsung Messages this week and a massive new group of users moving over to Google Messages, folks are starting to notice changes as Google works to improve its messaging...
Managing water with local wisdom and science
In Asakura, the river follows the past. Long before modern science, villagers reshaped the land. Researchers are now learning how those systems still work, collaborating with local communities to manage rivers and prevent disasters while preserving biodiversity.
Christ Hospital Health Network first in country to install, use new CT scanner
The system supports consistent CT imaging to help doctors visualize tumors and plan for treatment.
HEALTH FIRST: Managing cardiac sarcoidosis and heart disease
Megan Clark, a clinical pharmacist practitioner with Novant Health’s Heart and Vascular Institute, was in the studio to discuss the disease and treatment options.
Huntsville City FC Names Garvich To Head Business Operations
Penn Garvich, with nearly a decade in sports business experience in the Rocket City, has been named managing director of business operations for the
Lane Johnson’s longevity remains crucial to Eagles’ title hopes
At 36 years old, Lane Johnson continues to prove that elite offensive linemen don't always follow the NFL's aging curve.
Don Mattingly expresses interest in managing Phillies beyond this season
Don Mattingly expressed interest in returning as the Philadelphia Phillies' manager next season if he was approached by the front office. “Oh, I would do it,” Mattingly said during an interview with ESPN before an 11-5 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night. Mattingly joined the Phillies in January as their bench coach after three seasons in the same role with Toronto.
Engaging small business ecosystems: Loyola University Chicago
The third Capacity Building for Capacity Builders conference fostered connections and conversation throughout the small business ecosystem.
Biological aging clocks in health and disease
Nature Medicine - This review outlines the state of the art of biological clocks and how they could help understand pathobiology, reduce the burden of disease and extend healthspan.
MAD: M+C Saatchi NA Names Bacchus To Lead New Entertainment Practice
Bacchus is based in Los Angeles and will report to Derek Goode, Managing Director, M+C Saatchi Sport+Entertainment.
Holland packaging company buys former Howard Miller Clock facility for $15.9M
Coastal Container plans to use the facility to meet ongoing growth as it makes other investments.
Former senator says she’s ‘stunned’ over lack of transparency around McConnell’s health
Former Sen. Barbara Boxer discusses Mitch McConnell’s health concerns and the growing frustration among voters over aging politicians.
Making the 'invisible' visible: How high-speed movies could change the way scientists study disease
High-speed movies of microscopic worms may sound like a dull night at the cinema, but this advanced imaging capability could help scientists better understand how diseases begin and progress, track subtle ...
GOP senator accuses NYT of sitting on bombshell allegation to protect Schumer, Dems
Sen. Tim Scott accuses Chuck Schumer and The New York Times of coordinating to delay damaging allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner.
Can AI equalize political campaign ads – or will it remain a tool for spreading lies?
Political campaigns are increasingly deploying AI and deepfakes to further their messaging, and the scale of spread has experts concerned
New Science Says Training Your Nose Can Slow Brain Aging (Yes, Really)
Smell training is an easy but overlooked way to leverage your nose to improve your memory and cognitive function.
Health risk fears for storks in Europe over ‘junk food’ from landfill
Rubbish dumps can expose birds to contaminants, raising questions over whether landfill foraging helps or harms
Making the ‘invisible’ visible: How high-speed movies could change the way scientists study disease
An advanced imaging method captures chemical processes in living organisms in real time, allowing researchers to observe biology as it happens.
There's no treatment designed for the Ebola strain ravaging DRC. But now there's hope
The strain of the virus that's responsible for the current outbreak has no specific treatments or preventive measures. Three new clinical trials could provide possible breakthroughs.
Amtech and Caesars Entertainment have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
ASYS earns Bull of the Day on AI-driven semiconductor packaging momentum, while CZR is Bear of the Day as debt and earnings pressures weigh on results.
This 10-Second Test Can Reveal a Lot About Your Longevity, Personal Trainer Says
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a personal trainer reveals the overlooked skill for healthy aging and how to ace the test with a little bit of practice.
Everyone's Talking About Meta's Layoffs. They're Asking the Wrong Question.
The best founders focus less on managing people and more on building systems that consistently deliver customer value.
Hate taking pills? Meet the newest 'healthy aging' gummy supplement
The trending longevity supplement Fatty15 now comes in gummies, offering an easier, more consistent way to support cellular health.
Guest column: Louisiana’s broadband strategy is helping businesses compete
Every Louisiana business depends on reliable internet service, whether it is processing payments, managing inventory, communicating with customers or supporting employees. Broadband access now directly affects productivity, customer service, operating costs and the ability to compete in an increasingly digital economy. For years, many Louisiana communities dealt with limited internet options, inconsistent service and high […]
USF College of Marine Science lab fire: Scientists save irreplaceable samples
A lightning strike triggered a fire that gutted the USF College of Marine Science lab on May 2, destroying the second floor and damaging what the flames did not reach with water and smoke.
Why Taylor Swift's backup dancer is ruffling feathers with wedding look
If upstaging the bride is a cardinal sin of wedding etiquette, one guest from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's nuptials might have some explaining to do.
Monday, July 6, 2026: Cramer says this tech giant's chip packaging business will be its next big gross margin driver
Go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks of the CNBC Investing Club as they talk candidly about the market's biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust—and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks.
AI Is Changing How Customers Choose Your Business
As AI increasingly mediates how customers research, evaluate, and choose suppliers, competitive advantage is shifting from direct customer understanding to managing AI-shaped interactions. Drawing on the experiences of three small-to-medium sized businesses they worked with, the authors show how firms can adapt. A manufacturer improved sales efficiency by screening AI-generated inquiries before investing engineering time in quotations. A boutique hotel learned to monitor how AI tools described its business and revised public content to improve accuracy and differentiation. A B2B software company replaced periodic customer reviews with continuous monitoring of customer feedback and AI-generated market perceptions. Across all three cases, the lesson is that firms must treat AI as a new intermediary in the customer relationship. Winning companies will not necessarily spend the most on technology; they will build systems for continuously listening, interpreting signals, and adapting strategy in markets where both customers and the information they rely on are increasingly AI-mediated.
AI and Data Science in Life Science Research: A Practical Guide for Scientists
Discover how AI and data science are reshaping life science research, covering genomics, imaging, ML methods, data management, and LLM tools for scientists.
Is testosterone therapy a fix for aging? The Trump administration proposes easing prescription rules
Boosting low levels of the hormone is seen as a possible fix for men’s chronic health problems.
After America’s 250th, Trump will test how far he can push NATO allies
As NATO leaders gather in Turkey, they are preparing for another summit shaped as much by managing President Donald Trump as by the alliance's security agenda.
CMS seeks to cut $260M in imaging spending through ‘site-neutral’ reforms
The agency said it hopes to control “unnecessary” increases in the volume of clinic visit services furnished at certain off-campus hospital departments.
Docs sound alarm on imaging delays amid health system's 'troubling' teleradiology transition
A hospital system in Tennessee is under fire for delays getting patients’ radiology reports submitted in a timely manner following its move to outsource reads.
Docs sound alarm on imaging delays amid health system's 'troubling' teleradiology transition
A hospital system in Tennessee is under fire for delays getting patients’ radiology reports submitted in a timely manner following its move to outsource reads.
Senior Center this week: Games galore and health checks
Waltham’s Council on Aging operates out of the William F. Stanley Senior Center at 488 Main St. The spacious, well-equipped center offers abundant
Parkour for seniors helps prevent falls, build strength, confidence
Parkour classes for older adults focus on balance, strength, and recovering safely from falls. See how these seniors are redefining healthy aging.
FEATURE: Who will inherit Japan? Aging owners fuel new era of business succession
Like thousands of other Japanese business owners, Kisshokichi founder Kiyomi Akagi, who built one of the world's largest certified Kobe beef chains, faced the challenge of succession. To ensure his company's future, he sold a majority stake in the business.
Scientists may have finally found how Alzheimer's kills brain cells
Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at slowing neuron loss by interrupting the process before cells are destroyed.
America's divided birthday
President Trump used his Independence Day speech to warn against communism while promoting his political agenda. DW breaks down the messaging, symbolism, and politics behind Trump's speech with US analyst Scott Lucas.
AI Forced Apple To Abandon Its Older, Slower Packaging, With The Upgrades Arriving To A20 Pro Making It Suitable To Handle Larger Data Volumes
A rumor claims that the slower packaging used on Apple’s older chipsets had to abandoned due to AI, with the A20 Pro bringing notable upgrades in this regard
Community-first tourism, country before politics, pursuit of happiness undermined
As Charleston rewrites its tourism management plan for the first time in years, city leaders have emphasized a commitment to residents and local businesses. That's encouraging, but the details matter.
Pols & Politics: Aging Ed Markey highlights endorsement from aging Jane Fonda
An aging Sen. Ed Markey is showing off a new endorsement of his reelection campaign by 88-year old celebrity and longtime political activist Jane Fonda.
How Northamptonshire car meets help men discuss mental health
Lewis Warren says the events are about encouraging men to talk openly about their feelings.
Chinese FM urges Swedish business community to deepen cooperation with China
The Wallenberg family and the Swedish business community should continue to play an active role in encouraging the Swedish government to pursue a rational and pragmatic policy towards China, helping the Swedish public gain a true understanding of China and fostering stronger public support for improving bilateral relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Saturday.
The secret to healthy aging may be hidden in your blood
Some people live past 100 with remarkable health, and researchers may have uncovered one reason why. A new study found that centenarians have a unique chemical "fingerprint" in their blood that sets them apart from normal aging, including unusual patterns of bile acids and steroids linked to longer survival.
The secret to healthy aging may be hidden in your blood
Some people live past 100 with remarkable health, and researchers may have uncovered one reason why. A new study found that centenarians have a unique chemical "fingerprint" in their blood that sets them apart from normal aging, including unusual patterns of bile acids and steroids linked to longer survival.
A career of flying for science (and the occasional sled dog)
Martin Stuefer, the director of the Hyperspectral Imaging Lab at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, is both a pilot and researcher.
CommonSpirit Health says radiology disruptions delaying some imaging in Chattanooga
WTVC NewsChannel 9 provides coverage of news, sports, weather and community events throughout the Chattanooga, Tennessee area, including East Ridge, East Brainerd, Ooltewah, Middle Valley, Cleveland, Georgetown, Hopewell, Dayton, Dunlap and Jasper, Tennessee, Fort Oglethorpe, Chickamauga and Dalton, Georgia.
Strength training for seniors is crucial for aging comfortably. This is the equipment you need to start your journey
I asked aging and fitness experts for their recommendations on the best strength-training products for seniors. Here’s what they say is worth buying.
Old muscle stem cells can act young again but there’s a catch
Scientists at UCLA discovered a surprising reason aging muscles heal more slowly. In older muscle stem cells, a protein called NDRG1 builds up and acts like a brake, slowing the cells’ ability to jump into repair mode after injury. But there’s a twist: that same protein helps the cells survive the stresses of aging, allowing them to stick around longer.
Scientists make quantum time flow backward in stunning physics breakthrough
Researchers have created quantum control techniques that can make a system appear to run backward in time. By precisely managing quantum measurements, they can reshape the system's arrow of time and even harvest energy from the measurement process itself. The breakthrough could lead to more powerful quantum computers, quantum batteries, and other advanced technologies.
Timeline Emerges For LeBron James' Free Agency Decision
Even at the age of 41, LeBron James still has basketball fans around the world anxious to find out where he's heading next. Despite taking a step back at times during the 2025-26 season, James flexed his muscles during the postseason. He powered the Los Angeles Lakers to the second round, averaging ...
Why you should wash new clothes before wearing; signs that you are aging well; effective leadership in health care; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
Jami Miller, MD, Professor of Clinical Dermatology, and David Gaston, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, are quoted in a Southern Living piece about the importance of washing new clothes before wearing them. Dyes, chemicals, mold and bacteria are all potential troublemakers lurking around your new duds. Parul Goyal, MBBS, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, was quoted in a Huff Post story outlining signs that you are aging well. Tae Kon Kim, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, was interviewed by Healio for a story headlined, “Effective leadership in health care ‘starts with listening.’” AAMC News reporter Patrick Boyle interviewed Wes Ely, MD, Professor of Medicine and Critical Care, for a story about ICU delirium. PharmaVoice reporter Kelly Bilodeau interviewed Romney Humphries, PhD, Vice Chair and Executive Medical Director, Clinical Services, for a story about the CDC’s new data that shows an alarming increase in the prevalence of a gene that can make “nightmare bacteria” significantly harder to treat. American Community Media interviewed William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, for a piece about Ebola that was reused by several media outlets around the U.S., including The Mississippi Link. Stacie Dusetzina, PhD, Professor of Health Policy, was quoted by The Independent in a story about how Medicare will soon cover weight-loss drugs. Courtney Schadt, MD, Associate Professor of Dermatology, was interviewed by Tennessean reporter Beth Warren, about tanning safety and tanning fads circulating social media. WKRN News 2 interviewed Amanda Peltier, MD, Professor of Neurology, about the correlation between head trauma and ALS following the diagnosis of former Titans running back Chris Johnson.
Facing setbacks and resistance, Trump presses bid to reshape elections on multiple fronts
President Trump has spent months waging an unusually aggressive campaign to reshape how states run elections.
Croatia criticised for ‘unambitious’ changes to 2022 science law
Croatia’s science ministry has been accused of a lack of ambition, and even incompetence, over proposed changes to the country’s 2022 science law. Critics say an opportunity has been missed to fix wider shortcomings in the research and universities system.“This law, like all the previous ones, will not significantly change the current state of science in Croatia,” Vlatko Silobrčić, a member of the Croatian Academy of Sciences, told Science Business. “A small shift here and there will not have a significant impact.”The 2022 law introduced multi-year block grant financing of research, based on results, and changes intended to boost employment and career progression for researchers and lecturers. But implementation of the law has been uneven. “It became apparent that certain of its provisions were subject to different interpretations by higher education institutions and scientific institutes,” the science ministry said in its proposal for change. “This caused legal uncertainty in the system, administrative difficulties in implementation and, in certain cases, unequal treatment of teachers, scientists and students.”Most of the proposed amendments deal with technicalities in hiring and promoting staff, such as extending the committee deadlines from 60 to 90 days, or allowing applicants to cite all of their achievements and not only those since their last appointment.Both the ministry and Croatian media highlighted changes that would raise the retirement age from 65 to 67 years and allow part-time students 15 year rather than 10 years to finish their studies.The change to retirement age has been criticised for reinforcing a weakness in the system. According to Matko Marušić, professor emeritus at the University of Split, this will “allow unproductive teachers to advance and work longer, while hindering and discouraging productive ones.”A longtime campaigner for excellence-based meritocracy, he sees little hope in the new legislation. “I am not optimistic that things will improve,” he told Science Business. “As recent changes to the law in Croatia show, the legal framework is becoming increasingly hypocritical and harmful.”For Marušić, who analyses Croatia's university system in a recently published book, the situation is “unfavourable and constantly deteriorating” due to the criteria used for academic advancement.“The key criterion for advancement should be scientific productivity,” he said. “In Croatia [. . .] scientific criteria are increasingly lowered, and ineffective and absurd criteria such as waiting times for promotion and age limits for remaining in a job are promoted.” He would also like to see better criteria for the quality of teaching at universities. “In practice, teaching is not monitored or evaluated,” he said, estimating that up to a third of teaching simply does not take place. “Under the guise of university autonomy and bad laws, universities and faculties are allowed to earn additional money by increasing enrolment quotas that have nothing to do with the needs of the labour market.” Lack of ambitionDora Kršul, a reporter at Telegram.hr who covers science policy in Croatia, finds the rationale for changes “bizarre.” “The ministry responsible for supervising the uniform application of the law is changing the law because it is being implemented unevenly,” she said. “This primarily speaks to the power relationship in the sphere of science and higher education in Croatia, that is, the question arises as to who actually manages this system.”Rather than raising quality, she continued, the changes appear to be designed to help vocational and applied universities who have not been complying with the law.The Independent Union of Research and Higher Education Employees of Croatia said that the changes were “unambitious” and represent a missed opportunity for more important changes. “We think some of the changes are even negative,” it said in its statement on June 25. One of these is introduction of an “assistant” job title that allows people to be hired only for the duration of a project. Related articles: Elections to top science bodies test Croatia’s gender equality in researchSlovakia revises R&D approach to increase focus on competitivenessLatvia pilots citizen engagement in research grant evaluationsThe union’s president, Tvrtko Smital, who was part of the 15-member working group tasked with drafting the changes, told the local media there was a “worrying lack of ambition” in the process, and “lack of competence” in terms of research experience and understanding the problems in the system.“There is no clear will to deal with the problems,” said Smital, an assistant professor of marine and environmental sciences at the Ruđer Bošković Institute in Zagreb. “It’s a combination of unambitiousness and incompetence,” he went on, expressing his “deep frustration” with the situation. “There is no strategy, no clear thinking, and money is not being spent optimally.”Croatia’s science ministry has not responded to requests for comment.
Crews battle raging fire at Cobb County business
A large fire broke out overnight at a business in Cobb County, destroying the structure.
Bucs' Mayfield Disrespected in New QB Tier Rankings
Despite delivering Pro Bowl performances and stabilizing Tampa Bay post-Brady, Baker Mayfield remains overlooked, landing in a baffling "volatile" tier behind less proven signal-callers and aging stars.
Statins and blood pressure drugs changing health risks of obesity, study suggests
New research shows obesity patients over 40 are managing blood pressure and cholesterol as well as healthy-weight peers, but younger adults remain at risk.
Sudden danger: the science and stakes of flash flood forecasting
Flash floods pose a major threat to lives and property. When it comes to researching them, understanding the rain as it falls is only half the battle. The next step is knowing how the water will move once it hits the ground.
Draw down of Pineview Reservoir creates recreation, business concerns
Pineview Reservoir will be significantly drawn down towards the end of this summer as Ogden city prepares to replace part of an aging water pipeline, despite concerns from small businesses.
ASU scientists unveil new methods to extract reliable truth from imperfect data
Scientists at Arizona State University are advancing how they interpret complex, imperfect data — challenging long-standing assumptions in fields ranging from imaging to cellular biology. In two papers published in Nature Communications and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the team introduces fundamentally new approaches to solving “inverse problems,” where researchers work backward from noisy observations to uncover the underlying reality.
Preparing your business for new shipping, packaging requirements
Any business using packaging and shipping material in Maine should familiarize itself with new compliance obligations and fees on the horizon, our guest contributor recommends.
Halogen Ventures founder Jesse Draper shares her daily routine
Jesse Draper, founder of Halogen Ventures, shares her Santa Monica routine, managing investments and family while advocating for female entrepreneurs.
Nearly 100% of patients surveyed say they’d want to know when AI is used in imaging
Researchers recently sought to better understand how patients perceive rapidly evolving advancements in AI, sharing their findings in RSNA’s Radiology.