Sat, May 10, 2025

by: East Bay Times

Can We Trust AI? Navigating Emerging Technology

The promise of AI is undeniable. Its potential to revolutionize industries, accelerate scientific discovery, and improve the human condition is vast. However, alongside this potential lies a landsc…

by: Phys.org

Practical new tool detects nanoplastics and microplastics in the environment

A team of McGill University researchers has developed a cost-effective, high-throughput technology for detecting nanoplastics and microplastics in the environment.

by: wjla

Memo to National Science Foundation staff announces firings, STEM education equity cuts

The National Science Foundation (NSF) marked its 75th anniversary on Saturday after a significant announcement affecting its workforce. According to an internal

by: 24/7 Wall St

The Most Powerful Supercomputers Ever Built

You could say that supercomputers are the titans of the tech world. They're the most advanced systems in the world, rapidly expanding the limits of science, engineering, and virtually every other field of human knowledge. In 2025, we're entering a new era of exascale and quantum-powered computers that will take the tech to new heights. […]

by: Live Science

Science news this week: Wave patterns on Mars and 'free-range' atom clouds

May 10, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

by: Hypebeast

Zaha Hadid Architects Looks to the Future With Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum

The space offers vast exhibition halls, immersive theaters, research labs, and educational facilities

by: ScienceAlert

Scientists Reveal What Happens in Your Brain When You Read

There's nothing quite like getting lost in an excellent book (or an article from your favorite science news site).

by: SlashGear

The Trump Admin Claims US Tech Can 'Manipulate Time And Space,' But Don't Get Too Excited Yet - SlashGear

A Trump administration science official did say that U.S. technology can "manipulate time and space." But there's lots of context you should know.

by: Parade

You Actually Only Need This Many Sets to Build Muscle, According to Science

Train smarter, not harder. Here's how.

by: Forbes

Become More Like A Technology Company, But Eject The 'Bro' Culture

There's a crisis that has been bubbling within tech culture that often derails innovative spirit.

by: deseret

Lagoon encourages students in science with Physics Day at the park

Physics Day allows students to visit Lagoon to work on projects and dive deeper into science. Unique and fascinating projects inspire students from all across the state.

by: Prevention

Science Says This Is the Best Way to Raise Your Kids

New research says moms who are affectionate will raise kids who are conscientious and open adults. Here's why that is and what experts think of the findings.

by: BBC

Disabled teacher says dog is 'lifeline' in her science lab

Cheryl Alexander, a teacher at York High School, is honoured at The Educators' Trust Awards 2025.

by: FreightWaves

DHL seeks to transform life science and health care logistics through AI

DHL views the role of AI in innovation as crucial to long-term success and development in life science and health care logistics. The post DHL seeks to transform life science and health care logistics through AI appeared first on FreightWaves.
Fri, May 9, 2025

by: Hackaday

The Nuclear War You Didn't Notice

We always enjoy [The History Guy], and we wish he'd do more history of science and technology. But when he does, he always delivers! His latest video, which you can see below, focuses on the …

by: KFVS12

SEMO board approves 90-credit Bachelor of Science in criminal justice

The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Governors approved the state's first 90-credit Bachelor of Science in criminal justice.

by: Forbes

The Capital Of Quantum: How Maryland Plans To Power Tomorrow's Tech

Quantum technology could solve complex problems we can't yet fathom. Learn how the state of Maryland is becoming the capital of quantum innovation.

by: Impacts

Rethinking Research: How Technology is Redefining the STEM Frontier

Technology is revolutionizing how academic research is conducted in STEM disciplines across the United States. With tools like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and virtual collaboration platforms, scientific discovery is becoming more dynamic, inclusive, and far-reaching. These digital innovations are reshaping how researchers generate, analyze, and share knowledge. In this , Ravinderjeet Dhillon explores how these […]

by: BBC

Here's why your hay fever is so bad right now

Thu, May 8, 2025

by: WECT

New SparkNC Lab to open at the Center of Applied Sciences and Technology

BCS says the partnership with SparkNC will bring "a cutting-edge, student-centered model to Brunswick County."

by: ThePrint

Her WhatsApp status slammed Op Sindoor. SRM tech institute suspends professor for 'unlawful activities'

On Wednesday, S Lora, on her WhatsApp status, allegedly called the Indian military's operations in Pakistan a 'Cowardice Act'. The university has launched an inquiry.

by: Newsroom

Watchdog warns of 'grave danger' if science reform botched

The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment thought the Government could hamstring NZ's research capability by ignoring the advice it commissioned.

by: Forbes

The National Academy of Sciences Elects 120 New Members For 2025

The National Academy of Sciences has elected 120 members & 30 international members for 2025. Harvard University had 9 new members named, the most of any institution.

by: Daily

Medical Journalism: Need of the Hour - Ft: Dr Prem Aggarwal (Chairman, Medical Dialogues), Dr Nandita Mohan (Head, MDTV Division, Medical Dialogues)

This video focuses on a recent article published in the Journal Of Health and Allied Sciences published by Scientific Scholar. In the current digital era, medical journalism plays a crucial role in...

by: CNN

Exclusive: Treasure trove of biological data that transformed science may be lost to Trump funding cuts | CNN

A repository of human biodata that led to groundbreaking findings may soon be lost due to President Donald Trump's refusal to fund grants to Harvard University.

by: BBC

'Keep singing': Advice to my younger self on VE Day

Wed, May 7, 2025

by: CNA

GE2025: RDU rally for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC at School of Science and Technology

Red Dot United (RDU) held a rally for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC at the School of Science and Technology on Tuesday (Apr 29). Sp

by: IndieWire

Film Independent's Sloan Film Summit Returns for 2025 with 'Magma' and 'Love Me'

Film Independent hosts the festival in partnership with the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation's Film Program under its broader effort in the Public Understanding of Science and Technolog

by: HuffPost

Josh Hawley Introduces Law To Ban Mailing Of Abortion Pills, Citing Junk Science Report

It's unlikely the bill will pass, but it sends a clear message that Republicans are unafraid to use misinformation to ramp up attacks on abortion.

by: Telegram

DOGE made new cuts to university science funding. MIT, Brown and more file lawsuit

MIT, Brown and 11 other schools sued the Trump administration Monday over attempts to cut federal research funding provided by the NSF.

by: Fortune

Technological innovation has hinged on science and research funded by the U.S. government. That's all at risk right now

With the National Science Foundation urging its employees to resign or retire, American innovation is on the line.

by: Forbes

What Science Says About Waking Up Early And Productivity

Is waking up at 4am the secret to career success? Here's the research on early rising and productivity.

by: gadgets360

Anthropic Brings AI for Science Programme to Support Researchers

The company said that the selected researchers and teams will get up to $20,000 in Anthropic API credits.

by: BBC

Why does the US want access to Ukraine's minerals?

Tue, May 6, 2025

by: Patch

See Student Researchers' Work At MATES Showcase

See what the students at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science have been up to at Wednesday's showcase.

by: Time

What Trump's NASA Budget Cuts Mean for the Space Agency

Space exploration and science could take a serious hit as funding is slashed by 24% under Trump's proposed budget.

by: TechRadar

UK to ally with EU for Horizon research projects

The UK joins innovating EU research consortia

by: MassLive

MIT sues federal science agency over cuts to 'crucial research'

MIT is suing the National Science Foundation, aiming to halt the organization from cutting funding.

by: Lifehacker

11 Podcasts That Expose the Nonsense in Politics, Pop Culture, and Science

With research and often a sense of humor, these podcasts break down some of the messages we are getting online, in the news, and across all sorts of media, explaining why you're not crazy, it isn't you, some of the systems we have right now (looking at you, capitalism) are broken.

by: rnz

Our Changing World: 2024 Prime Minister's Science Prize winners announced

From helpful plant-fungus combos, to studying anxiety - the latest Prime Minister's Science Prizes have been awarded.

by: ThePrint

Premas Life Sciences and Sphere Bio Unite to Advance Single-Cell Research in South Asia

India PR Distribution New Delhi [India], May 6: Premas Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. (PLS), a pioneering enabler of life science innovations in India, has announced a strategic collaboration with Sphere Bio, a global leader in picodroplet-based microfluidic technologies for functional single-cell analysis. This partnership represents a significant leap in bringing transformative, next-generation platforms to scientists […]

by: indulgexpress

The rise of smart fabrics in fashion

The rise of smart fabrics in fashion

by: BBC

One thing you should know about a perfect credit score

Mon, May 5, 2025

by: CNN

Europe unveils $567 million push to attract researchers as French president decries US 'mistake' over science policy | CNN Business

The European Union will spend €500 million ($567 million) over the next three years "to make Europe a magnet for researchers," a top official announced Monday in a veiled response to the Trump administration's cuts to research funding and changes to science policy.

by: legit

France, EU take aim at Trump's assault on science, seek to lure US researchers

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen took aim at Donald Trump's policies on science on Monday, as the European Union seeks to encourage disgruntled US researchers to relocate to Europe.

by: Zawya

Lucid and Saudi Arabia's KAUST announce strategic partnership

by: Seeking Alpha

Lucid and Saudi Arabia's KAUST forge EV-focused strategic partnership

Electric automaker Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology on Monday reported a strategic partnership. The partnership leverages growing resources in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to advance key areas in Lucid's (NASDAQ:LCID) technology roadmap while progressing the country's vision for sustainable mobility.

by: Yen.com.gh

"We urge everyone to stay calm": KNUST appeals to students, Ghanaians react

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has made an appeal to the student body in the wake of the demise of one of its students

Technological innovation has hinged on science and research funded by the U.S. government. That's all at risk right now

With the National Science Foundation urging its employees to resign or retire, American innovation is on the line.

The article from Fortune, dated May 7, 2025, discusses the National Science Foundation's (NSF) role in fostering technological innovation through high-risk, high-reward research projects. It highlights how the NSF's funding of unconventional and ambitious projects has led to significant breakthroughs, such as the development of the internet and CRISPR gene-editing technology. The piece emphasizes the importance of government investment in basic research, which often lacks immediate commercial applications but can lead to transformative technologies. It also addresses the challenges and criticisms faced by the NSF, including debates over funding allocation and the need for more private sector collaboration to translate research into practical innovations. The article concludes by underscoring the NSF's critical role in maintaining U.S. competitiveness in global technological advancements.

Read the Full Fortune Article at:
https://fortune.com/2025/05/07/technological-innovation-national-science-foundation-risk/