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The Shimmering Cosmic Curtain This shimmering cosmic curtain displays interstellar gas and dust that has been heated by the flashbulb explosion of a long-ago supernova. The gas emits infrared light, creating what is known as a thermal light echo. As the supernova illumination travels through space at the speed of light, the echo appears to expand. The NASA James Webb …

Trump Selects Darío Gil from IBM for Energy Department Position President Trump recently announced his choice of Darío Gil, a top executive at IBM, to fill the position of undersecretary for science and innovation at the Department of Energy. Gil currently serves as the director of IBM Research, overseeing a team of thousands of scientists and engineers. Impressive Background in …

The Intriguing World: Precious Minerals and their Influence on the Economy Have you ever stopped to think about the impact that precious minerals have on the economy? These glittering gemstones and metals aren’t just beautiful to look at – they play a vital role in driving various industries and shaping global markets. Gold: The Classic Safe Haven Gold has long …

Main Part Ingrid Daubechies, James B. Duke distinguished professor emerita of mathematics, was named a recipient of the National Medal of Science by President Joe Biden for her trailblazing work on signal processing, which has become the backbone for much of the field today. The National Medal of Science is the nation’s highest level of recognition among scientists, engineers and …

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Viewpoint: DEI is infecting America’s science and medical establishment Recently, there has been a growing concern within America’s science and medical establishment regarding the issue of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Many individuals believe that DEI initiatives are having a negative impact on the institutions that they were designed to support, causing a divisive atmosphere and potentially jeopardizing the quality …

The Magic School Bus: Exploring the History of Multimedia Science Education A Virginia Tech professor, Matthew Wisnioski, will soon unveil the magic behind one of the nation’s most enduring science education series. Wisnioski, an associate professor in Virginia Tech’s Department of Science, Technology, and Society, is receiving a national grant to explore the history of “The Magic School Bus” and …

The Benefits of Shrinking Your Carbon Footprint Living an eco-friendly lifestyle and reducing your carbon footprint isn’t just a trend – it’s a smart choice for the planet and for your own well-being. By making small changes in your daily routine, you can make a big impact on the environment and enjoy a host of benefits for yourself. Here are …

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 …