Many US Twitter users have taken a break from Twitter, and some may not use it a year from now
A majority of Americans who have used Twitter in the past year report taking a…
Resilient gorillas reveal clues about overcoming childhood misfortune
In 1974, an infant mountain gorilla was born in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Researchers…
Quantum physics proposes a new way to study biology – and the results could revolutionize our understanding of how life works
Imagine using your cellphone to control the activity of your own cells to treat injuries…
Thank you, Enterprisers! | The Enterprisers Project
Over the years, we have had the honor of sharing your knowledge, insights, and ideas…
Picard’ – a cybersecurity expert explains how a sci-fi series illuminates today’s threats
Editor’s note: This article contains plot spoilers. Society’s understanding of technology and cybersecurity often is…
What’s a Luddite? An expert on technology and society explains
The term “Luddite” emerged in early 1800s England. At the time there was a thriving…
Automation: 3 ways it boosts productivity and reduces burnout
Reports of mass layoffs are all over the headlines these days. As of April 2023,…
Astronomers just saw a star eat a planet – an astrophysicist on the team explains the first-of-its-kind discovery
For the first time, astronomers have captured images that show a star consuming one of…
I unintentionally created a biased AI algorithm 25 years ago – tech companies are still making the same mistake
In 1998, I unintentionally created a racially biased artificial intelligence algorithm. There are lessons in…
Gain-of-function research is more than just tweaking risky viruses – it’s a routine and essential tool in all biology research
The term “gain of function” is often taken to refer to research with viruses that…