Research quality assessment can be tricky, with past studies showing varied results. Let's dive into how academic scientists use information and communication technologies (ICTs) and their research activities affect the quality of their publications. We took a unique approach by combining different
The Dallas Cowboys are on the hunt for a new head coach. This time around, they have to follow a new rule, the Rooney Rule, which means they must interview at least two external minority candidates. Last time they looked for a coach, they hired Mike McCarthy. But now, McCarthy is out after five seas
As we grow older, our brains change in interesting ways. They still function well thanks to a mix of local and long-distance connections. These connections help the brain process information both locally and across different areas. But as time passes, these connections can weaken, which might affect
California's wildfires are burning fast and furious, especially in hard-to-reach areas like canyons. To slow them down, firefighters are dropping a hot-pink mixture from the sky. What's in it and is it safe? This pink stuff is a special fire suppressant that's mainly water mixed with fertilizer and
Imagine the Baltic Sea, a place where many don't realize that the lifelines of our digital world - undersea cables - lie hidden. NATO has just launched a new mission to protect these vital cables. This isn't just about internet traffic, but also $10 trillion in daily financial transactions. The miss
You've probably heard about the Wolverine cutting balloon catheter, a helpful tool for doctors treating tough-to-treat blockages in our heart's arteries. But even the best tools can have complications. This is where the MAUDE database comes in. It's like a big book where doctors and manufacturers re
In the heart of Texas, a critical election is about to take place. The Texas House, controlled by Republicans, is choosing its next leader. The candidates? Two conservative Republicans. But don't be fooled by their similar ideologies; the fight for this position has been fierce. Let's talk about th
You might think that with all the support and great ideas, family planning would be a breeze in poor and middle-income countries. But guess what? It's not. The World Health Organization (WHO) has figured out that something's blocking the way. They call these blocks "bottlenecks. " So, they've made a
The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in 2020, turned our world upside down. One of the key strategies to fight the virus was vaccination. At the same time, the internet became a go-to place for people to find health information. However, with the rise of social media, misleading information also spr
Imagine having a big, important party the night before your house burns down. That's what happened to a top Hollywood agent after the Golden Globes. Suddenly, work didn't matter as much as personal safety. Wildfires hit Los Angeles hard, with homes destroyed from Pacific Palisades to Malibu. The ent
