“Total undergraduate enrollment in Illinois has decreased by over 20% since 2014, equating to 144,000 fewer students, according to a 2023 report by the Illinois Board of Higher Education. But that decline has not been equally felt.” ~ learn more
After my daughter told me there wasn’t a worm big enough to eat me, we found this. Part science part fan fiction! ~ learn more
“Recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the highest hedge in the world, the Meikleour Beech Hedge was planted in 1745 and is one third of a mile long (530 m) and 100 ft (30 m) high.” ~ learn […]
In a scientific community where more citations mean more prestige and more opportunities, you should not be surprised to learn there’s a market for citations. ~ learn more
“So how did a daydreaming doctoral student in German philosophy wind up leading a shadowy data analytics firm that has become a major American defense contractor, one that works with spy services as it charts the future of autonomous warfare?”~ […]
“Once again, human gut microbiota are being linked to the progression of a chronic ailment. Using artificial intelligence (AI), researchers at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute found that “metabolites produced by bacteria in the gut” may influence the course […]
“A new Stanford Medicine study shows that many of our molecules and microorganisms dramatically rise and fall in number during our 40s and 60s.” ~ learn more
“The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has finalized its rules to combat fake reviews and testimonials, including those generated by A.I., by prohibiting their sale or purchase. The rule will also allow the commission to seek civil penalties against knowing violators.” […]
“Founders shouldn’t write off clinics simply because they seem expensive to run. If a clinic is indicated as the optimal way to deliver care for that patient population, there are creative ways to build and operate them. We’ll talk through […]
“The report determined children have lower IQs after being exposed to high levels of fluoride after reviewing epidemiology studies in Canada, China, India, Iran, Pakistan and Mexico.” ~ learn more