Fri, April 11, 2025

[ Fri, Apr 11th 2025 ]: Nature

Does US science have a future in Antarctica? Trump cuts threaten to cancel fieldwork and more

Funding for the National Science Foundation, which finances research at US bases on the icy continent, has already been reduced, and the agency faces steeper cuts soon.

[ Fri, Apr 11th 2025 ]: Wired

The Trump Administration Is Turning Science Against Itself

The damage the Trump administration has done to science in a few short months is both well documented and incalculable, but in recent days that assault has taken an alarming twist. Their latest project is not firing researchers or pulling funds—although there's still plenty of that going on. It's the inversion of science itself.
Thu, April 10, 2025

[ Thu, Apr 10th 2025 ]: SciTechDaily

A Galaxy Died Just 700 Million Years After the Big Bang - And Science Can't Explain Why

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have discovered the most distant quiescent galaxy ever seen - one that had already stopped forming stars just 700 million years after the Big Bang. This challenges existing models of galaxy evolution,
Wed, April 9, 2025

[ Wed, Apr 09th 2025 ]: Ukrinform

Ukrainian students win 31 awards at 'I-FEST' International Festival of Science and Technology

Ukrainian students achieved remarkable success at the International Festival of Engineering, Science, and Technology "I-FEST," winning a total of 31 awards. — Ukrinform.

[ Wed, Apr 09th 2025 ]: UNESCO

UNESCO Joins MISTI in Celebrating the 3rd National Science, Technology and Innovation Day 2025

UNESCO joined the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI) in celebrating the 3 rd National Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Day 2025 and supported the Outstanding Cambodian Scientists Awards,

[ Wed, Apr 09th 2025 ]: Reuters

Siemens to acquire Dotmatics in $5.1 billion deal in Life Science portfolio push

Siemens AG said on Wednesday it will acquire U.S.-based Dotmatics for $5.1 billion from private equity firm Insight Partners to strengthen its Life Sciences portfolio.
Tue, April 8, 2025

[ Tue, Apr 08th 2025 ]: Yahoo

Robotics, technology, more planned for 9th annual Onizuka Day of Exploration

Onizuka Day of Exploration returns on April 5, offering a day of discovery and high-energy science activities.
Sun, April 6, 2025

[ Sun, Apr 06th 2025 ]: VentureBeat

Beyond encryption: Why quantum computing might be more of a science boom than a cybersecurity bust

While quantum computers will be able to break traditional encryption, we're still a long way from "No More Secrets" decryption.
Sat, April 5, 2025

[ Sat, Apr 05th 2025 ]: Yahoo

Tribe's Wondr Nation collaborating with Connecticut Science Center

Wondr Nation, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe's online gaming and entertainment company, has announced it's collaborating with the Connecticut Science Center, the downtown Hartford museum dedicated to improving the quality of science education throughout Connecticut and New England.
Fri, April 4, 2025

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: BGR

Seawater and CO2 may unlock a game-changing new concrete technology

Researchers have made a groundbreaking paste that could help create carbon-capturing concrete in new construction projects.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: sanews

Ministers Nzimande and Nkabane talk science

Issues related to science and innovation were at the core of the Ministers of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande and Higher Education, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane's meeting.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: FedScoop

Trump to OSTP's Kratsios: 'Blaze a trail' for science and tech supremacy

A letter from the president pushes the new OSTP director to secure global leadership in emerging tech, among other priorities.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: NKyTribune

Two NKY educators among six KY finalists for Presidential Award in mathematics and science

Six Kentucky educators have been selected as state finalists and are now eligible to receive a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the nation's highest honor for K-12 science,

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: AlphaGalileo

Japan-Kazakhstan Collaboration: Nazarbayev University and Hokkaido University Launch SATREPS Project

Hokkaido University and Nazarbayev University have secured a prestigious SATREPS grant for their joint project, "Next-generation Smart Mining Plus

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: NPR

Trump cuts threaten a measurement lab critical for advanced chips and medical devices

The Atomic Spectroscopy Group provides standardized measurements used across wide swaths of science and industry. The Trump administration plans to cut it.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: Yahoo

Dr. Mae Jemison to explore science, innovation, human potential at UAFS

Astronaut Mae Jemison will speak at UAFS on April 9, discussing science, exploration and human potential in a free public lecture.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: CNN

Scientists sent beans into orbit and made 'space miso.' Here's how it tasted

Japanese cuisine wouldn't be the same without miso — but astronauts wanting use the fermented soybean staple in space one day might have to get used to a difference in taste.

[ Fri, Apr 04th 2025 ]: Nature

A brain drain would impoverish the United States and diminish world science

Europe is advertising itself as a destination for embattled US scientists. It seems many are considering leaving.
Mon, March 31, 2025

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: WBRC

8 Birmingham schools using hydroponics technology

Spring has sprung and can continue blooming all year long in the classrooms of eight Birmingham schools using hydroponics technology through a new collaboration between Birmingham City Schools, Jones Valley Teaching Farm and New York nonprofit New York Sun Works.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: SaltWire

UPEI launches new cleantech master's program

UPEI has launched a new master's degree program as part of the Cleantech Academy in Georgetown, P.E.I. The university's senate approved the master of cleantech leadership and transformation program earlier this month.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: CCN

UK Public Records Could Be Commercialized Within a Decade, Says Science Secretary

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: Forbes

Mission First: Pharma Should Partner, Not Build, Their AI Solutions

In pharma, buying software (instead of building) means working with industry professionals who can develop solutions to meet their needs—even before they realize they have them.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: news10nbc

'Adolescence' gets support from British leader as the series will show in schools across the country

The makers of hit Netflix show "Adolescence " have sparked a conversation on how to protect children from violent misogyny and other harmful content on social media.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: WRAL

Middle school standardized tests in North Carolina: What to expect for your child

After undergoing their first standardized tests in elementary school, students entering middle school will encounter similar tests as they navigate this stage in their education. What standardized assessments will my student take in North Carolina?

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: ExtremeTech

How Do Lasers Work, and What Are They Used For?

There are many different types of lasers—almost as many as there are applications for the same—but what ties them all together as a class is that they depend on the same physical effect: stimulated emission. Lasers exploit particle physics to convert electrical power into a very tightly concentrated beam of light.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: YourTango

10 Things That Were Supposed To Make Life Easier But Just Made It Worse

However, plastic dishware is just another thing that was supposed to make life easier but just made it worse. According to Harvard Medicine Magazine, "Studies in cell cultures, marine wildlife, and animal models indicate that microplastics can cause oxidative damage, DNA damage, and changes in gene activity, known risks for cancer development."

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: Newspoint

AI Jobs: Become a millionaire in just 1 year! These courses will get you a salary of up to 12 lakhs per month..

In today's changing world, the importance of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing rapidly. The right use of data is being talked about in every sector, due to which the demand for jobs like data scientist,

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: Sportschosun

Hallym University Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital was selected as the first research-oriented hospital in Gangwon-do...Resolving essential medical crises and leading roles in ...

Hallym University Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital (Hospital Director Lee Jae-joon) was selected for the first medical institution in Gangwon-do as the first certified research-oriented hospital in 2025 organized by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: collider

10 Shows To Watch if You Love 'Black Mirror'

From recent hits like Severance to hidden gems such as Made For Love, these are the shows you should check out next if you love Black Mirror.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: IOL

The science of longevity: how the elite are hacking ageing

The thirst for longevity knows no bounds among the wealthy elite who gather to explore the cutting-edge of biohacking. As scientific innovations continue to emerge, alive with the potential to reshape human life itself,

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: indulgexpress

NASA astronaut makes zero-gravity cup to have coffee in space

An astronaut missed the aroma of his morning coffee while aboard the International Space Station, so much so that he came up with a solution! NASA astronaut Don Pettit created the Capillary Cup, a zero-gravity cup that floats in the air,

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: Dezeen

Clip-on SunBooster uses near-infrared LEDs to bring benefits of sunlight indoors

Dutch tech start-up SunLED Life Science has developed a gadget that mimics sunlight and attaches to computer monitors and laptops to deliver near-infrared light to users while they work. The SunBooster device,

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: SciTechDaily

This Quantum Breakthrough Could Unlock Strange Metals - And the Future of Superconductors

Strange metals have baffled scientists for decades, but a new breakthrough from Rice University researchers offers a major clue: at a specific quantum tipping point, electrons in these materials become more entangled than ever before.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: BBC

AI was enemy No. 1 during Hollywood strikes. Now it's in Oscar-winning films

Tech companies say AI will make productions cheaper and faster - but many in Hollywood think it will replace their jobs.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: SHINE

BBC's new docuseries 'Walking with Dinosaurs' to premiere on iQiyi

BBC Studios' classic documentary IP "Walking with Dinosaurs," which used computer and animation technologies to showcase dinosaurs, will have a marvelous return. The epic series, which debuted in the United Kingdom in 1999, has inspired a new six-episode documentary series of the same name.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: NDTV

Indian-American Executive Ajay Anand Named To Leadership Role At Wharton

An Indian-American executive has been named to a leadership role at an inaugural programme at the prestigious Wharton School, bringing his industry-leading expertise to advise faculty and mentor students in the field of Artificial Intelligence.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: YourStory

Breaking barriers in healthcare: Geetha Manjunath on AI-powered breast cancer detection

At SheSparks, Geetha Manjunath, Founder & CEO of NIRAMAI Health Analytix spoke about Thermalytix, an AI-based medical device for breast cancer screening.

[ Mon, Mar 31st 2025 ]: NextBigFuture

Active Rockets Compared

Here is a list of some active rocket companies. Brian Wang Brian Wang is a Futurist Thought Leader and a popular Science blogger with 1 million readers per month. His blog Nextbigfuture.com is ranked #1 Science News Blog.
Sun, March 30, 2025

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: Fortune

How DeepSeek erased Silicon Valley's AI lead and wiped $1 trillion from U.S. markets

Wall Street and Silicon Valley crowed that China would always be years behind the U.S. Here's why they were wrong.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Brewers Pitcher Takes Harsh Stance On Yankees' 'Torpedo Bats' After Blowout Loss

The New York Yankees debuted a new style of bat this week, dubbed the "torpedo bats," and one Milwaukee Brewers pitcher has taken a harsh stance on the matter.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: CNN

SpaceX is set to launch 4 people on a first-of-its-kind mission around Earth's poles. Here's what to know

A four-person crew will spend three to five days aboard a SpaceX capsule orbiting above the poles of Earth — a flight path never flown before.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: healthshots

5 powerful benefits of chia seeds for PCOS and the best ways to eat them

Weight gain, bloating, constipation - these are just some of the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, a hormonal disorder in women. While there is no cure for the condition, managing your symptoms can go a long way in making you feel better.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: Vanguard

The urgent need for Nigeria to invest in STEM Education for sustainable future

By Mogbojuri Oluwagbenro In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education has become the foundation of innovation, economic growth, and societal progress.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: CNET

The Truth About Hydration: Daily Water Target and Tips to Stay Healthy

If you are working outside during a heat wave, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends drinking 8 ounces (1 cup) of water every 15 to 20 minutes during work. Drinking water both before and after work can help prevent dehydration.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: TechCrunch

Data centers love solar: Here's a comprehensive guide to deals over 100 megawatts

New and expanded data centers are expected to double the sector's power demand by 2029 as tech companies rush to capitalize on AI.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: Insider

Meta's CTO breaks down who in Big Tech he thinks has an advantage in the AI race (and it's not Google)

Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth wonders whether Google will be willing to "undermine and cannibalize" its business model as it develops AI products.

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: TechRadar

How we test graphics cards at TechRadar

Synthetic benchmark are tests that run simulated tasks on a graphics card comparable to real-world use, whether that's GPU compute tasks or rendering 3D sequences using the graphics framework as video games (such as Microsoft DirectX 11 or the cross-platform Vulkan framework).

[ Sun, Mar 30th 2025 ]: Newspoint

Hylenr ties up with TakeMe2Space to ratify cold fusion technology to power satellites

A Hyderabad-based start-up soon plans to demonstrate cold fusion technology to generate electricity in space, a move aimed at increasing the life of satellites in orbits and at the same time making them lighter.

The urgent need for Nigeria to invest in STEM Education for sustainable future

By Mogbojuri Oluwagbenro In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education has become the foundation of innovation, economic growth, and societal progress.

The article from Vanguard Nigeria, published on March 1, 2025, discusses the critical need for Nigeria to invest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education to secure a sustainable future. It highlights that despite Nigeria's potential in human and natural resources, the country lags in technological advancement due to inadequate focus on STEM education. The piece argues that investing in STEM is essential for economic growth, innovation, and addressing global challenges like climate change and health crises. It points out the current deficiencies in educational infrastructure, teacher training, and curriculum development, which are not aligned with modern technological demands. The article calls for government, private sector, and international collaboration to revamp STEM education, emphasizing the need for scholarships, better facilities, and a curriculum that fosters critical thinking and practical skills. It concludes by stressing that without significant investment in STEM, Nigeria risks falling further behind in the global race for technological and economic leadership.

Read the Full Vanguard Article at:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/the-urgent-need-for-nigeria-to-invest-in-stem-education-for-sustainable-future/