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Mammals On The Ground Before The Dinosaurs Were Gone

For decades, natural history books have taught that when a catastrophic asteroid struck Earth...

Learning Through Student Feedback And The Role Of Digital Engagement

In this article I'm going to examine how student feedback plays a pivotal role in enhancing learning...

The Earth Beneath Our Feet: How The Zagros Mountains Are Shaping The Middle East

The Zagros Mountains are nestled in Iran, northern Iraq, and southeastern Turkey, and are the scene...

How QbD Can Drive Innovation And Quality In Pharmaceuticals

Quality by Design (QbD) is  a decade-long approach that was first introduced by quality expert...

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The Nobel Prize And The Role Of AI In Scientific Advancement

The Nobel Prize And The Role Of AI In Scientific Advancement

Nov 03 2024 | comment(s)

The 2024 Nobel Prize for Physics was awarded to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton, who many have called “the godfather of AI”. The award seems apt for the time we are in.
How Social Media Affects Young People

How Social Media Affects Young People

Oct 21 2024 | comment(s)

Last year, the American Psychological Association (APA) issued a health advisory on the use of social media by adolescents. This was based on mounting scientific evidence that social media has both benefits and risks for teens, and that parents and guardians needed better advice on how to balance the two.
Humans Age In Two Bursts, At 44 And 60

Humans Age In Two Bursts, At 44 And 60

Oct 14 2024 | comment(s)

Aging is not a smooth and gradual process.
Choosing Between Inquiry-Based Learning And Direct Learning

Choosing Between Inquiry-Based Learning And Direct Learning

Sep 11 2024 | comment(s)

Inquiry-based learning is at the heart of the controversial

Is Hydroxychloroquine The Cure To Alzheimer’s?

Is Hydroxychloroquine The Cure To Alzheimer’s?

Jul 18 2024 | comment(s)

Alzhiemer’s, the most common form of dementia, is increasingly prevalent.
A Boom In Carbon Capture Is Upon Us, But The Impact On Greenhouse Gas Emissions Is Uncertain

A Boom In Carbon Capture Is Upon Us, But The Impact On Greenhouse Gas Emissions Is Uncertain

Jun 14 2024 | comment(s)

Carbon capture and storage (CCS), the process of separating, treating and transporting carbon dioxide (CO