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Pollution may fuel depression, anxiety and other mental health problems, emerging research suggests
A growing body of research is showing how long-term exposure to air pollution may fuel depression, anxiety and other mental health problems, raising new concerns about the unseen toll of dirty air.
Are attention spans really shrinking? What the science says
Digital distractions can undermine our focus, but research suggests that our inherent capacity to pay attention hasn’t diminished
Research Profiles Welcomes the School of Public Health
The Research Profiles expansion project announced last year has reached a key milestone: School of Public Health faculty profiles have been added to the portal. The first Danforth Campus school to be fully integrated into the Research Profiles system, the School of Public Health is also WashU’s first new school in 100 years. Explore faculty […]
Scientists and Virginia aquaculture industry unite to prepare for ocean acidification
Research by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is bringing together scientists, shellfish farmers and community planners to prepare for environmental challenges related to ocean and coastal acidification in the Chesapeake Bay.
Agriculture in Africa: science and research can’t make an impact without investment and good policies
Science can only change the world when societies decide to give it the means to do so.
Introducing Northwood Insights, a New Blog for the Next Generation of Business Leaders
New content platform strengthens the university’s digital presence, broadens its reach among prospective students, and establishes Northwood as a thought leader in business, free enterprise, and entrepreneurial education. Northwood University has launched Northwood Insights, a new blog designed to position the university as a leading voice in business education, free enterprise, entrepreneurship, and career development. The platform delivers expert, research-informed content to prospective students, current students, and the broader professional community, meeting audiences where they already are online and searching for answers. “Northwood has always been about preparing people to move forward with clarity and confidence,” said Marketing and Communications Officer Rachel Valdiserri. “With Northwood Insights, we’re meeting students where they are with content that’s relevant, direct, and built for how they discover and learn today. It’s not about adding more noise; it’s about delivering ideas, perspectives, and insights that help them make more informed decisions earlier in their journey.” The blog features a growing library of articles spanning Northwood’s core academic strengths, including business administration, automotive and mobility studies, sports management, and entrepreneurship. Each piece is written to inform and guide, answering the real questions students are asking while organically connecting readers to the academic programs, faculty expertise, and career outcomes that define a Northwood education. Each article is crafted to reflect Northwood’s institutional voice while being optimized for the search behaviors of today’s prospective students, a generation that begins researching universities long before they apply. By appearing in those early search results, Northwood establishes credibility, builds familiarity, and creates a meaningful connection with students the moment they are most open to influence. “This platform is a natural extension of our enrollment strategy,” said Dr. Matthew Bennett, vice president of enrollment and strategic alliances. “When a prospective student searches for career paths, we want Northwood to be the source they trust. Northwood Insights makes that possible at a global scale.” Beyond enrollment, Northwood Insights serves the university’s broader advancement mission. As a platform built to demonstrate expertise and institutional relevance, it reinforces Northwood’s standing as a thought leader in free enterprise education and entrepreneurial leadership, directly supporting alumni engagement, donor confidence, and community partnerships. The content signals that Northwood is not only preparing students for the careers of today but actively shaping the conversations defining the industries of tomorrow. “Attention isn’t given anymore; it’s earned,” said Milada Dzevitski, Northwood’s digital content and technical writer who manages the Northwood Insights blog. “This platform is built to meet that standard, with content that’s relevant, direct, and worth engaging with.” Northwood Insights is live now and will continue to grow with new content published regularly. Share this page
Study: Younger scientists produce more disruptive research
“You stick to a certain kind of idea or taste, and as time goes by you keep sticking to that," explained one of the researchers.
This daily habit could lower dementia risk by 35%, scientists say
A huge long-term study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day was linked to a much lower risk of dementia, especially before age 75. Researchers say caffeine may help keep brain cells active while reducing inflammation and harmful plaque buildup associated with Alzheimer’s disease. But more coffee wasn’t better — the protective effect appeared to level off after moderate intake.
Israeli scientists’ microbial research delves into bowels of cow belch prevention
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev scientists say microbial communities adapt and adjust how they use resources in discovery that may help reduce methane emissions from cows
Halley’s comet may be named after the wrong person
A medieval monk may have beaten Edmond Halley to one of astronomy’s greatest discoveries by nearly 700 years. Researchers say Eilmer of Malmesbury recognized that the blazing comet seen in 1066 was the same one he had witnessed in 989. At the time, comets were viewed as terrifying omens tied to war and royal deaths, adding even more drama to the famous celestial event shown in the Bayeux Tapestry. The discovery is sparking debate over whether Halley’s Comet deserves a different name.
NAMRU Dayton spotlight: Driving Warfighter Health
Lt. Cmdr. Travis Landry's day-to-day responsibilities at NAMRU Dayton are incredibly diverse. On the clinical side, he maintains his operational skills by conducting submarine and physicals and supporting recruiters heading back to the fleet. Notably, he also provides essential medical care for a large, displaced population of Navy personnel in the Dayton area who are far from traditional Navy Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs)—ensuring that these sailors maintain their readiness even while stationed away from the fleet. On the research side, he plays a critical role in human subject safety. Before any study begins, he evaluates participants to ensure they qualify, reviewing their medical histories and medications to guarantee that the research will cause no harm and that the data collected will be accurate.
UC Irvine researchers invent a wearable sweat sensor for long-term health monitoring
Wireless, battery-free device restores its own sensing surface for continuous use
Scientists finally solve the 100-year mystery behind tough tires
For nearly 100 years, reinforced rubber has powered everything from car tires to airplanes, yet scientists never fully understood why adding tiny particles of carbon black made rubber so incredibly strong. Now, researchers at the University of South Florida have finally cracked the mystery using massive computer simulations that took the equivalent of 15 years of computing time. They discovered that carbon black forces rubber to “fight against itself” when stretched, dramatically boosting its strength and durability.
Meet a Health Hero: John Matthews of Ride Hard, Breathe Easy
He rode across America for his mom.That cross-country journey became a nonprofit that has raised $1.2 million for lung-cancer patients, families, and researchers.
Science is under attack and Minnesota politicians are asleep at the wheel
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar recently rolled out some preliminary plans for Minnesota in her campaign for governor with a focus on fraud. Notably absent from her list of priorities: science. Leaders in Washington have gutted our crown jewel — the U.S. research enterprise. Many will argue that state government isn’t responsible for fixing the crisis […]
Sports coaches can improve health for athletes with disabilities
Research highlights the role of sports coaches in enhancing health for athletes with disabilities, focusing on collaboration and effective health promotion.
Sports coaches can improve health for athletes with disabilities
Research highlights the role of sports coaches in enhancing health for athletes with disabilities, focusing on collaboration and effective health promotion.
How the use of 'digital twins' may transform the way ALS is treated
The technology may help predict the way the unpredictable disease progresses in individual patients, Temple researchers say
Can having a dog boost your longevity? Here’s what science says.
There is some research that suggests furry friends improve the health of their humans.
Can having a dog boost your longevity? Here’s what science says.
There is some research that suggests furry friends improve the health of their humans.
Renowned Energy-Storage Leader Aims To Expand University’s Impact
Dr. Babu Chalamala joined the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science as a professor of materials science and engineering last fall. He holds the Jonsson School Distinguished Chair and is supported by the Governor’s University Research Initiative. In June, he also will be a professor of electrical and computer engineering. Dr. Babu Chalamala, […]
SIU holds inaugural Science Reception to recognize outstanding students and faculty
The College of Agricultural, Life, and Physical Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale held its inaugural Science Reception at the Gower Translational Research Center on April 30. Around 200 attendees enjoyed the evening, which included a reception, happy hour and awards ceremony.
Scientists seek to understand effects of rain falling on snow in the Arctic
When rain falls on snow in the Arctic, ice layers can form on top of and within the snowpack. This increasingly common dynamic can influence the ability of animals, including caribou and muskoxen, to forage and move across the landscape. That, in turn, affects the people who rely on wildlife for subsistence, culture, wellbeing and income. Given the widespread impacts of rain-on-snow events, Colorado State University researchers are studying and modeling their effects in Arctic systems. The work is especially important considering the rapid rate of climate change across the region
Scientists discover a mysterious silicone pollutant that may be everywhere
Researchers have uncovered unexpectedly high levels of silicone-based pollutants called methylsiloxanes floating through the atmosphere across cities, rural regions, and even forests. Much of the pollution appears to come from vehicle emissions, likely linked to engine oil additives that survive combustion and escape into the air. Scientists say humans may inhale more of these compounds daily than other notorious pollutants like PFAS or microplastics.
DeepMind details Googlebook ‘Magic Pointer’ with demos you can try, also coming to Gemini in Chrome
The Magic Pointer on Googlebook was built with Google DeepMind. The research team behind this underlying capability...
Digital therapy may outperform referrals to campus mental health clinics among college students, according to new research
College students with anxiety, depression and eating disorders benefit from therapy offered via a digital app.
New Harvard Business School Research Takes Aim At Some Of AI’s Biggest Assumptions
From market research to investor behavior, HBS faculty are testing what generative AI actually changes (and what it doesn’t).
Thousands of Scientists Sign Letter to Combat Science Board’s Firing
Thousands of Scientists Sign Letter to Combat Science Board’s Firing: The signatories, including more than 35 Nobel laureates, decry the “alarming attack on the ability of the US to engage in basic and applied research”
Americans weigh in on their top concerns, but is Washington taking action?
Americans see money in politics, health care affordability, and inflation as the top problems facing the nation, according to a new Pew Research Center report.
How The Investment Story Is Shifting For AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC)
Analysts have recently adjusted their price targets for AMC Entertainment Holdings, with some referencing fair value estimates around US$2.03 per share and others setting more cautious targets near US$1.10 to US$1.50. These moves reflect a split view, where bullish research relies on revenue and margin assumptions, while bearish reports focus on capital structure and execution risks, especially around box office expectations. As you read on, you will see how these differing calls fit into the...
The Guardian view on public health and the arts: the all-singing, all-dancing science of ageing
Editorial: New research showing that a rich cultural life brings brings similar benefits to exercise shows human creativity in a new light
Opposition research: Trevor Story
The Phillies and Red Sox have a lot in common this season, including disappointing showings from their shortstops
Scientists Think Africa May Be Cracking Along a New Tectonic Plate Boundary
If the rift keeps growing larger, the African continent could end up splitting in half, researchers say.
Marine Science Summer Camp Returns in June
Kids entering grades 7-10 can experience hands-on science this summer at Rookery Bay Research Reserve’s Marine Science Summer Camp.
Scientists create detailed map of odor receptors
Researchers uncovered surprising details about how smell receptors are organized in the nose.
AI chatbot shows promise in combating health misinformation
Can AI help people resist misinformation? Initial research findings suggest that artificial intelligence-driven conversations can strengthen people's resilience to health misinformation, outperforming ...
HHS launches competition to support community care hubs working with health care providers
The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living has launched the first phase of its Health at Home Challenge, a competition to support community care networks that have partnered with health care providers supporting dually eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.
'Speculation' and 'egregious failure': 30 researchers publish scathing critiques of study that questioned date of early human occupation of Monte Verde in Chile
Dozens of scientists have banded together to pen scathing research letters to the journal Science about the publication of a study claiming the 14,500-year-old Monte Verde archaeological site in Chile is much younger than shown.
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List #1,199 8 May 2026 (Space Life Science Research Results)
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List
NSF Releases 2026 Science & Engineering Indicators - Office of the Vice President for Research
The National Science Foundation has released the 2026 Science & Engineering Indicators, a comprehensive assessment of the U.S. and global research landscape, including trends in...
Study finds digital therapy app improves student mental health
WashU researchers led a population-based study of thousands of college students showing that a phone app with text coaching increased access to care and eased symptoms of depression, anxiety and eating disorders.
iPhone 18 Pro May Have 'Aggressive' Starting Price Despite RAM Crisis
While the ongoing RAM chip shortage is leading some Android smartphone makers to increase prices, one analyst believes that Apple will take advantage of the situation with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. In a research note with GF Securities today, analyst Jeff Pu said he expects Apple to outperform in the smartphone market by having an "aggressive pricing strategy" for the iPhone 18 Pro models.
Lung Cancer Research Foundation Grants Team Science Award Focused on Understanding and Treating Lung Cancers with HER2 Mutations
/PRNewswire/ -- The Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) announces the first recipients of its LCRF | Boehringer Ingelheim Team Science Award on Innovative...
Can spreading basaltic volcanic rock dust improve crops and the health of Florida’s soils?
UF researchers are testing volcanic rock dust to improve soil health across the state’s sandy and organic farmlands.
New Toolkit: Engaging Business Leaders in Public Health
A research-based, practical roadmap to initiate and deepen engagement with private sector leaders in ways that feel relevant, effective, and aligned.
New Toolkit: Engaging Business Leaders in Public Health
A research-based, practical roadmap to initiate and deepen engagement with private sector leaders in ways that feel relevant, effective, and aligned.
Good Intentions, No Easy Solution: Why Income Diversification Needs a Gender Reckoning
When commodity prices drop, the path forward is rarely straightforward, and our recent field research in Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa communities shows that the costs of getting diversification wrong fall hardest on women and girls.
OHSU researchers connect tinnitus with elevated serotonin activity in the brain
While far from a cure, the new research could one day help scientists understand how to reverse tinnitus through brain chemistry.
How AI Is Reshaping Entrepreneurship for Gen Z and Small Business Owners
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming entrepreneurship by lowering barriers like cost, connections, and expertise. As a result, 77% of founders say it’s now accessible to start and grow a business regardless of background. Gen Z is driving this shift, with 73% managing multiple income streams and using AI to start and grow businesses. The result is a rise in flexible “portfolio careers,” where networks, personal branding, and digital tools are key to success. Key findings from LinkedIn’s research: 77% of founders say entrepreneurship is accessible regardless of background 73% of Gen Z entrepreneurs have multiple income streams 69% of founders say entrepreneurship is more achievable than ever 75% of entrepreneurs say networks are critical to success 68% of Gen Z entrepreneurs say AI is important to their business How are Gen Z entrepreneurs reshaping business? New research from LinkedIn shows how the use of AI, shifting career priorities, and evolving definitions of success are reshaping how businesses are started and grown. Gen Z is leading a shift toward more flexible ways of working, with nearly three-quarters (73%) of Gen Z entrepreneurs reporting multiple income streams, compared to 56% of Gen X. This highlights growth in “portfolio careers” designed to build resilience and create greater control over work and income. How is AI making entrepreneurship more accessible? AI and digital tools are making entrepreneurship more accessible, lowering traditional barriers such as cost, connections, and expertise. More than three-quarters (77%) of founders say entrepreneurship is accessible regardless of background, while 69% say it is more achievable today than ever before. Younger entrepreneurs are driving this change, with more than two-thirds (68%) of Gen Z entrepreneurs reporting that AI and digital tools are important to their business, more than twice the rate of Baby Boomers (27%). Nearly one in five (18%) Gen Z entrepreneurs say AI made starting their business feel possible. AI is also helping small business owners compete for talent: 57% of US entrepreneurs say that AI can help them compete with larger companies to find and attract better candidates. Related: The AI Edge for Entrepreneurs
It’s not where you think: men’s “G-spot” mystery finally solved - Futura-Sciences
Unraveling the Myths: Is the Glans Really the Most Sensitive Part? For years, researchers have maintained that the glans (head) of the penis is the most sensitive area when it comes to sexual sensation. This was considered common wisdom in the urological community. But a recent study published in the...
Trump’s rollback of toxic gas rules limits EPA’s authority to protect public health, analysis says
Ethylene oxide (EtO) is about 60 times more carcinogenic than believed in 2006, research finds
New drugs could wipe out the “zombie cells” linked to cancer and aging
Researchers found a new way to kill harmful “zombie” cells that linger after chemotherapy and help cancers become more aggressive. These senescent cells survive by relying on a protective protein called GPX4, even while sitting on the edge of a deadly iron-triggered collapse. New drugs remove that protection, causing the cells to self-destruct. In mice, the approach reduced tumor size and boosted survival, hinting at a promising new cancer therapy.
Scientists make old blood stem cells young again in major anti-aging breakthrough
As blood stem cells age, their lysosomes become overactive and damaged, triggering inflammation and weakening the body’s ability to regenerate healthy blood and immune cells. By calming this cellular “overdrive,” researchers restored the stem cells’ youthful function, dramatically boosting their ability to regenerate and produce balanced blood cells.
A rare cancer-fighting plant compound has been decoded
Scientists at UBC Okanagan have uncovered how plants produce mitraphylline, a rare natural compound with promising anti cancer potential. The team identified two enzymes that work together to build the molecule’s unusual twisted structure, solving a mystery that had puzzled researchers for years. Because mitraphylline appears only in tiny amounts in tropical plants like kratom and cat’s claw, the discovery could make it far easier to produce sustainably in the future.
The Science of Growing Up
Natalie Brito, a professor of psychology, researches how both the families we’re raised in and the societies we live in, shape us.
How science can escape the nostalgia trap
A new paper by Lingfei Wu in Science shows that older researchers produce less disruptive work — though they offer strengths of their own, too.
Cannabis compounds may boost metabolic health while supporting weight loss
Researchers identify potential mechanism linked to reduced type 2 diabetes risk
The Science on Creatine Dosage Is Shifting – Here’s How Many Grams You Should Take
Some wellness influencers recommend five times the usual – we talked to researchers for the real scoop
The Science on Creatine Dosage Is Shifting – Here’s How Many Grams You Should Take
Some wellness influencers recommend five times the usual – we talked to researchers for the real scoop
After-School Sports An Overall Boon To Children And Teens, Study Shows
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, May 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Children benefit in both body and mind when they participate in after-school sports, a new study says. Kids in after-school sports show measurable advantages in brainpower, mental health and physical fitness, researchers ...
AI-assisted hacking is already here, Google warns
Researchers have found the first known case of cybercriminals using AI to exploit a zero-day flaw.
Why Swedish scientists gave salmon cocaine
A recent study caught our eye: salmon on cocaine. Or really, researchers giving salmon cocaine…for science. See, scientists know human drugs pollute aquatic environments – past studies have shown even anti-anxiety drugs can change how fish act. But illicit drugs are less studied. And Jack Brand, an aquatic ecologist at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, wanted to know how illicit drugs like cocaine might change fish behavior, like foraging and mating. To answer that question, Jack and his team gave salmon cocaine. Interested in more science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
The balance between direct instruction and project-based science
Experience and research point to the need for teachers to strike a balance between direct instruction of facts and developing students' scientific curiosity as they pursue team projects.
Scientists say this algae could remove microplastics from drinking water
Researchers created a special kind of algae that can grab microscopic plastic pollution out of water almost like a magnet. The algae produce limonene, an orange-scented oil that helps them bind to water-repelling microplastics, forming easy-to-remove clumps. As a bonus, the algae also clean wastewater while growing.
James Webb telescope reveals the clearest map ever of the Universe’s cosmic web
Astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have created the clearest map yet of the universe’s “cosmic web” — the enormous hidden structure that connects galaxies across space. By analyzing more than 164,000 galaxies through the massive COSMOS-Web survey, researchers were able to trace this vast network back to when the universe was just a billion years old.
Inside the science of great sleep
The old advice to simply get eight hours misses a bigger picture, researchers say. New studies reveal that timing, consistency, and sleep quality all play a major role in health.
DeepAFM: A deep learning method to decode protein motion
Proteins change shape as they function, and these changes are essential for processes such as drug interactions and cellular activity. Researchers from the Tokyo University of Science developed an AI-based method called DeepAFM that is trained on millions of simulated images representing different protein states, accurately identifying transitions between closed and open states in a protein called SecA. This approach highlights the growing potential of AI to solve complex challenges in biology and medicine.
Scientists discover hidden chemical signature that could reveal alien life
Scientists may have found a powerful new way to hunt for alien life — not by searching for specific molecules, but by looking for hidden patterns in how those molecules are organized. Researchers discovered that living systems leave behind a kind of chemical “fingerprint” in the statistical distribution of amino acids and fatty acids, one that consistently differs from nonliving chemistry.
Scientists learn how mosquitoes are able to track and bite humans
Researchers found that infrared radiation from a source at roughly the temperature of human skin doubles mosquitoes’ host-seeking behavior.
A journey of persistence, passion and public health
Nalani Thomas, a doctoral graduate from Arizona State University’s College of Health Solutions, defended her dissertation and will graduate this May with a PhD in population health. Her path to this moment was not straightforward — she faced challenges adjusting to college, and at one point was advised to leave school altogether.Instead, she persisted. Through exploration and redirection, she found her way into public health through community work and research focused on maternal and child health, ethics and policy.
Scientists discover hidden switch in immune cells that helps the body kill deadly fungus
Scientists at the University of East Anglia (UK) have contributed to discovering a "control switch" inside our immune cells that helps the body destroy dangerous fungal infections. Researchers found that ...
Is This Why Science Advances One Funeral at a Time?
Is This Why Science Advances One Funeral at a Time? As researchers age, they produce less disruptive work.
Americans See Health Care Costs, Deficit, Inflation as Big Problems Facing the Nation
Issues like money in politics and Republicans’ and Democrats’ ability to work together are also seen as very big problems across the political spectrum.
Americans See Health Care Costs, Deficit, Inflation as Big Problems Facing the Nation
Issues like money in politics and Republicans’ and Democrats’ ability to work together are also seen as very big problems across the political spectrum.
Why coffee tastes bitter, according to molecular biology
Researchers imaged taste receptors responding to coffee compounds for the first time.
Cognitive scientists found using AI for just 10 minutes impairs brain performance
In new research from CMU, Oxford, MIT, and UCLA, having a GPT-powered assistant ripped away left people fumbling to solve math problems on their own.
New method sharpens the search for alien biology
New UCR research shows that the search for life beyond Earth could benefit from a statistical approach that prioritizes patterns rather than searching for individual chemical or molecular traces.
Corals and cacti: ASU grad is building a future in conservation science
Inspired by childhood trips to the ocean and years spent exploring the Sonoran Desert, Ariana Ewell is building a future in conservation science that bridges ecosystems, research and community engagement.
Century City Psychiatry Expands Focus on Modern, Evidence-Based Mental Health Innovation and Interventional Psychiatry
/PRNewswire/ -- As mental health care continues to evolve alongside advances in technology, neuroscience, and clinical research, Century City Psychiatry is...
A 2025 Alaskan tsunami was one of the largest on record, new research finds
A tsunami that rocked an Alaskan fjord in 2025 was the second largest ever recorded and formed a standing wave that sloshed for a day.
How Flo Health’s Research is Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Women’s Health
Flo’s research efforts are shaped by this reality: focusing on areas where lived, day-to-day health experiences are underrepresented in clinical literature, but deeply consequential in practice.
Mental health research at VA’s Million Veteran Program
VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is helping improve mental health research for Veterans.
Research reveals how forever chemicals in drinking water could impact your health
New data on forever chemicals in drinking water: Who may be at risk, possible health concerns, and USC research that could change the game. Brittany Hope reports for the NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on May 11, 2026.
American Society of Health Economists Honors Maria Polyakova with Prestigious Kate Ho ASHEcon Medal
Stanford School of Medicine professor recognized for outstanding research in health economics.
Nike Gives TODAY Inside Look at Its Sports Research Lab
TODAY's Craig Melvin gets a rare look at Nike's high tech sport research lab, where scientists and engineers are working to understand the demands of the sport, the athlete, and the environments they play in to innovate and improve every aspect of athletic performances. The 84,000 sq. ft. facility boasts tech-embedded basketball courts, turf fields, treadmills, and sweat rooms that give Nike designers real time feedback on every kind of athletic performance.
Google says hackers used AI to create zero day security flaw for the first time
The findings make clear that the race to use AI to find network vulnerabilities has “already begun,” said researchers.
NYU’s Quantum Institute, IBM Team Up for Postdoctoral Research Program in Quantum Computing
Joint postdoctoral research projects will focus on quantum algorithms and applications in research areas across chemistry, computer science, materials science, physics, optimization, and more
FOX Sports teaming up with Harvard to study fandom
Research shows that nearly 90% of Americans identify as fans of a sport or a specific team, with deep implications for communities. But experts say fandom is deeply understudied.
Google selects U of A for quantum research group focused on life sciences
The Research Program at the Intersection of Life Sciences & Quantum AI, or REPLIQA, brings together U of A researchers from science and engineering fields to lay a foundation for new biological discoveries.
Language Lessons: How LLMs Are Transforming Research
Stanford GSB faculty are using AI to analyze text at unprecedented speed and scale.
Telemedicine has not led to increased use of medical care or higher health care costs, new UCLA-led research finds
Use of telemedicine has not significantly increased visits and medical spending across all payer types.
New AI tool developed by Stowers Institute and Helmholtz Munich scientists predicts how cells choose their future — helping uncover hidden drivers of development
Scientists at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research and Helmholtz Munich have developed RegVelo, a new AI framework that predicts how cells acquire their identities and identifies the genetic regulators guiding those changes. Published in Cell, the study used zebrafish neural crest development to show RegVelo can uncover early drivers of cell fate, including regulators of pigment cell formation, and then support those predictions experimentally. The researchers also applied the framework across multiple biological systems, suggesting its value extends beyond neural crest cells as a broadly useful tool for studying how cells change over time. The team says the new model could pave the way for future cell therapy treatments.
Scientists say this common sweetener may be quietly rewiring your metabolism
Researchers say fructose is not just “empty calories” — it may actively push the body toward fat storage and metabolic disease. A new review found that fructose affects the body differently from glucose, disrupting normal energy regulation and promoting processes linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular problems.
New statement identifies critical gaps in the science guiding e-cigarette regulation
A new research statement published in the May 2026 issue of the journal CHEST, highlights significant gaps in the scientific evidence needed to effectively regulate electronic cigarettes (ECs) and protect ...
Scientists Question Trust in AI Over Colleagues
The Conversation publishes an article by researchers at the Institute for Basic Science arguing that rapid adoption of AI in laboratories risks eroding scientific culture and human relationships. The article cites **AlphaFold** as an example of an AI tool that dramatically sped protein-structure prediction, and it notes a broader boom in national initiatives to integrate AI into science, per The Conversation. The authors warn that early-career researchers may outsource troubleshooting and critical evaluation to AI, which could weaken independent thinking and collegial critique. Editorial analysis: For practitioners, the piece highlights trade offs between productivity gains and the social practices that sustain reproducible research.
Science of reading for all: Proposal would require Denver schools to use research-backed literacy lessons
A policy being considered by the Denver school board would require the district to ensure students with dyslexia are identified early and that all students have access to “high-quality digital apps” to practice reading at home.
What happens when scientists trust AI more than colleagues?
Hasty adoption of AI may erode the scientific culture and human relationships that sustain rigorous research.
National Academy of Sciences experts denounce Trump’s NSF board purge
In an open letter, thousands of researchers criticized the White House’s firing of the research agency’s board as ‘an alarming attack’ on U.S. science
Scientists Press Congress on Dismissal of National Science Foundation Board and Research Funding
The slowed pace of grants by the National Science Foundation, under attack from the White House, could put the United States at a disadvantage with China, the scientists warned.
Marketers say NAD+ pills and infusions can boost longevity. What's the evidence?
Wellness and longevity influencers are pushing a compound called NAD+. There's scientific interest in its potential, but researchers say the marketing claims have gotten ahead of the science.