Tue, June 3, 2025

by: VentureBeat

Kaibo He's breakthrough research brings new hope to rehabilitation science

Contributor Content For people suffering from spinal cord injuries, regaining mobility has long been a monumental challenge, but groundbreaking technologies like brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), which create a direct link between the brain and external devices, have opened up new possibilities for helping these patients walk again. At the heart of this innovation is Kaibo He, a robotics [ ]

by: WCJB

2 UF students win prestigious food science scholarships

IFT leaders said the scholarships are courtesy of their Feeding Tomorrow Fund, which encourages, promotes, and rewards the excellence of students pursuing careers in food science.

by: Forbes

How Cross-Functional Teams Drive Success In Data Science Projects

I've identified collaboration as one of the critical gaps that organizations must bridge to transform their data science success rates.

by: PBS

NewsNight | The top local stories of 2019 in science and space | Season 2019

This week, NewsNight looks back at the top local stories of 2019 in science and space.

by: BBC

How love brought Danielle Lloyd down to earth

by: ScienceAlert

Does Retinol Reverse Signs of Aging? Here's The Science.

Retinol skincare products suddenly seem to be everywhere, promising clear, radiant and "youthful" skin.
Mon, June 2, 2025

by: HuffPost

'Sport Science' Host John Brenkus Dies At 54

The ESPN show ran from 2007 to 2017 and won six Sports Emmy awards.

by: Esquire

Fresh off Citing Fake Studies in His Big MAHA Report, RFK Jr. Wants to Start New Medical Journals

He says publications like the New England Journal of Medicine are "corrupt." Maybe they just prefer real science.

by: Deadline

John Brenkus Dies: ESPN's 'Sports Science' Host & Co-Creator Was 53

John Brenkus, the TV producer and host of the Emmy-winning ESPN series Sports Science, died May 31, his family confirmed. He was 53. The family, in a statement on the homepage of Brinkus' Brinx.tv, said he had been battling depression, confirming that "John lost his fight with this terrible illness on May 31, 2025." They

by: abc7NY

John Brenkus, founder and host of 'Sports Science' show, dies after battle with depression

"It is with profound sadness that we share the news that John Brenkus has passed away," the statement on Brenkus' X account said.

by: People

John Brenkus, Founder and Host of "Sport Science", Dies at 54 After 'Battling Depression': 'Lost His Fight'

"His heartbroken family and friends request privacy at this time, and encourage anyone who is struggling with depression to seek help," a statement read

by: LancasterOnline

Alvernia University Spring 2025 Graduations

College news

by: MassLive

John Brenkus, co-creator and host of 'Sport Science,' dies at 54

TV personality John Brenkus, best known for his role as the host of the TV show "Sport Science," has died at the age of 54.

by: UPI

Former ESPN 'Sports Science' host John Brenkus dies at 54 - UPI.com

Former ESPN personality John Brenkus, who hosted the popular "Sports Science," has died, according to a message released on his social media accounts. He was 54.

by: CNN

John Brenkus, founder and host of Emmy-winning 'Sports Science' show, dies aged 54 after battle with depression | CNN

John Brenkus, the founder and host of the Emmy-winning "Sports Science" show, has died aged 54 after a battle with depression, a statement on his social media account said on Sunday.

by: Forbes

Former NSF Director Warns Of Fragile Future For American Science

Former NSF Director France C rdova reflects on the promise of science, the limits of philanthropy, and why disinvestment puts America's scientific future at risk.

by: legit

UTME resit 2025: Science student who got 151 in first exam displays new result

A Nigerian boy celebrated after rewriting the UTME and scoring over 280, following an initial error that saw him score 151. He displayed his new results.

by: BBC

Testing the Glide smart cane for blind people

by: KTTV

'Sports Science' host John Brenkus dies at 54

John Brenkus, a TV producer who was known for hosting the show, Sports Science, has died at 54.
Sun, June 1, 2025

by: Chowhound

The Hack To Cry Less When Cutting Onions, According To Science

We have all fallen victim to the pungent tears that follow slicing into an onion. However, this hack can help keep those irritating tears at bay.

by: Yahoo

State launches new Technology and Innovation Office, announces $90M for tech advancement

Technology is getting a new home at the New Mexico Economic Development Department. The department on Monday announced the launch of its Technology and Innovation Office, which will absorb the existing Office of Strategy,

by: Parade

The Genius Science-Backed Way to Make the Best-Ever Lemonade

This is the key for a next-level summer drink.

by: Forbes

Immigration Research Shows Stephen Miller Wrong About American Science

Stephen Miller, the chief architect of Trump immigration policy, argues that American scientific achievement owes little to immigrants.

by: Daily

TDB-DST backs India's First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device Manufacturing

New Delhi: In a significant boost to India's medtech innovation landscape, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), has extended financial support to M/s...

by: Nature

Trump's call for 'gold-standard science' has prompted an outcry: here's why

Thousands have signed an open letter against the US president's latest order, anxious about political interference in science and more.
Sat, May 31, 2025

by: WBRE

Demonstrating STEM skills in Luzerne County at SHINE Science Olympiad

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) Some 150 students got to demonstrate their science knowledge thanks to an annual competition in Wilkes-Barre. The always popular Egg Drop was just one of the categories on Saturday at the SHINE Science Olympiad. Wilkes University welcomed students from nine different schools in Luzerne County. 28/22 Anchor Nick Toma [ ]

by: WAFB

La. Art and Science museum hosting multiple events in June

You are invited to take a trip to the Louisiana Art and Science Museum in downtown Baton Rouge to enjoy many activities taking place in June.

by: KDFW

The science of preparing a PGA golf course

The 2025 KPMG Women's PGA Championship makes its Texas debut at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco, June 19-22.

by: STAT

Illumina's PromoterAI unlocks rare disease clues in noncoding genome

And more biotech news brought to you by The Readout.

by: NPR

Here's the science behind the COVID vaccine in pregnancy

Existing evidence on the safety and efficacy of getting a COVID vaccine in pregnancy all points the same way: the shot is important for maternal and fetal health.

by: ThePrint

Preparing for the AI-Driven Economy: How The Apollo University's M.Tech in Data Science is Shaping the Future of Data-Driven Industry Leaders

NewsVoir Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 31: Artificial intelligence, automation and data-driven innovation are continuously shaping the world we live in, and The Apollo University has positioned itself nicely at the forefront of this educational revolution. Through its M.Tech in Data Science, the university is nurturing a new generation of professionals ready to take the [ ]

by: BBC

Inside a phone smuggled out of North Korea

Fri, May 30, 2025

by: Jerry

Two HBCU students selected for prestegious MIT Fellowship

North Carolina A&T rising seniors Kani'ya Davis and Dasia Garner have been selected as the 2026 HBCU Science Journalism Fellows at MIT

by: Futurism

The AI Slop Scandal Around the MAHA Report Is Getting Worse

The White House wrote off the errors as "minor citation" mishaps, but it's so much more worse than that. AI's fingerprints are all over it.

by: Oregonian

'A big gut punch': Oregon universities lose millions in federal science funding

These grants totalling more than $6 million in funds awarded but not yet spent supported scientific research and education.

by: MSNBC

As more fake citations emerge in the 'MAHA' report, White House struggles with a defense

To describe references to nonexistent scientific research as "some formatting issues" is like saying the Titanic confronted "some evening issues."

by: BBC

Cake for breakfast? Sometimes that's what you need

by: KBTX

Officials provide update on New World screwworm as Texas A&M receives meat science donation

The fly infects living mammals, including livestock, pets and humans. Untreated, it can lead to death. The U.S. previously eradicated the New World screwworm in the 1960s.
Thu, May 29, 2025

by: fox6now

American Science & Surplus fundraiser, business needs help to stay afloat

The beloved store, founded in Chicago, opened its first Milwaukee location in 1981.

by: Patch

New Marine And Environmental Science Research Lab Unveiled At LI HS

New equipment includes various coral farm systems, an upgraded 600-gallon coral reef tank, a molecular biology research station, and more.

by: SciTechDaily

Brain Reset: One Molecular Switch Could Silence Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

One scientist may have cracked the code to curing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's using a single molecular switch.

by: NextShark

DOJ probes top Virginia high school over alleged anti-Asian discrimination in admissions

The Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) in Virginia over allegations that its Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJ) discriminated against Asian American students in its admissions process. The probe follows a referral from Virginia Atty. Gen. Jason Miyares, who announced on Wednesday that his office found reasonable cause that FCPS violated the Virginia Human Rights Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

by: LancasterOnline

Hempfield school board approves new science curriculum by 8-1 vote

When: Hempfield school board buildings & grounds and finance committee meeting, May 27.

by: STAT

Lilly to acquire biotech developing pain drugs

And more can't-miss biotech news brought to you by The Readout.

by: CNN

Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Here's what the science does - and doesn't - say | CNN

What are the stakes when a fraction of a second, the length of an extended arm or the weight of a body in motion can mean the difference between victory and defeat?

by: BBC

'Baby botox' and the boom in anti-ageing products for kids

Wed, May 28, 2025

by: MassLive

Mass. AG sues Trump administration over cuts to scientific research

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell is suing the Trump administration over cuts to the National Science Foundation.

by: Nature

Trump's call for 'gold standard science' has prompted an outcry: here's why

Thousands have signed an open letter against the US president's latest order, anxious about political interference in science and more.

The AI Slop Scandal Around the MAHA Report Is Getting Worse

The White House wrote off the errors as "minor citation" mishaps, but it's so much more worse than that. AI's fingerprints are all over it.

The article from Futurism discusses the controversy surrounding Maha, a company that was exposed for using AI-generated content to produce a report titled "The State of AI Report 2024." The report, which was promoted as a comprehensive analysis of the AI industry, was found to contain numerous errors, nonsensical text, and plagiarized content, leading to accusations of "AI slop." The scandal has raised concerns about the reliability of AI-generated content and the ethics of companies using such technology to create seemingly authoritative reports. Maha's CEO issued an apology, acknowledging the use of AI tools and promising to improve their content creation processes. The incident has sparked a broader debate about the need for transparency and accountability in the use of AI in content production.

Read the Full Futurism Article at:
https://futurism.com/ai-slop-scandal-maha-report