Stock Pickers and Market Outperformance Stock pickers are generally looking for stocks that will outperform the broader market. And while active stock picking involves risks (and requires diversification) it can also provide excess returns. To wit, the Science Group share price has climbed 91% in five years, easily topping the market decline of 4.8% (ignoring dividends). On the other hand, …

The Art of Diaphonization Step inside London’s Grant Museum of Zoology and among the many things in jars you may spot a grass snake unlike any you’ve ever seen alive. Its flesh has turned see-through revealing a vibrant pink skeleton underneath, rib bones jutting out into tissue that has been transformed, how? Why, it’s the art of diaphonization. History and …

Share Tweet Share Share Email Research and Innovation Rowsan Jahan Bhuiyan, a PhD student in Computer Science at the University of the Potomac, is a prominent figure in the field of computer science and engineering. With an impressive academic foundation, extensive professional experience, and a dedication to cutting-edge research, Rowsan’s journey in the realm of technology reflects a deep commitment …

Guest column | Want to improve your sleep in 2025? These new science-based tips may help. The Washington Post Introduction Sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, many people struggle to get a good night’s rest. Thankfully, advancements in science have provided us with new tips and strategies to improve our sleep in 2025 …

United States and China Sign Bilateral Science and Technology Agreement Amid heightened tensions between the United States and China, the two countries signed a bilateral science and technology agreement on Dec. 13, 2024. The event was billed as a “renewal” of a 45-year-old pact to encourage cooperation, but that may be misleading. Revised Agreement Raises Concerns The revised agreement drastically …

Infosys Science Foundation felicitates six laureates for the 2024 Infosys Prize The Infosys Science Foundation (ISF) recently honored six eminent individuals across various fields for their exceptional contributions to the scientific community. The 2024 Infosys Prize winners were felicitated at a grand ceremony attended by top scientists, researchers, and dignitaries. Celebrating Excellence in Science and Research Each year, the ISF …

Yellowstone’s next eruption The Yellowstone supervolcano last erupted approximately 70,000 years ago, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) — and it’s not expected to go again for hundreds of thousands of years. But when it does blow, where will this eruption take place? By studying the volcano’s magma storage system, scientists have found that only one region on the …

10 Startling Signs That Global Warming Is Escalating Rapidly Global warming is an ever-growing concern in today’s world, with the effects becoming more and more noticeable every day. Here are 10 startling signs that global warming is escalating rapidly: 1. Increasing Temperatures One of the most obvious signs of global warming is the rise in average temperatures around the world. …

Redefining Renewable Energy: The Biofuel Industry In a world where environmental sustainability is becoming increasingly important, the biofuel industry is redefining renewable energy in a unique and exciting way. Biofuels, derived from organic materials such as crops and waste products, offer a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Let’s take a closer look at how the biofuel industry is shaping …

Aurora Borealis Mystery Revealed A whitish, grey patch that sometimes appears in the night sky alongside the northern lights has been explained for the first time by researchers at the University of Calgary. The article, which was published on Dec. 30 in the journal Nature Communications, explores a “structured continuum emission” that’s associated with aurora borealis. “You’d see this dynamic …