Have you ever wondered why some parents seem to overlook concussion risks in sports? This experiment with 502 U. S. parents of kids aged 10-17 aimed to shed light on how powerful stories and science can work together to shift perceptions and actions. The goal? To boost parents' awareness of concussi
Are you curious about how companies like Walmart and Google make crucial decisions? The secret ingredient is often data science—a fascinating field where data meets science to create something amazing. Think of it as the scientists at CERN using data to make predictions and share results. But what e
Imagine learning science without exploring its fascinating history or debating its philosophical complexities. That was the focus of a recent conference at Boston University, backed by the National Science Foundation. Experts gathered to discuss how understanding the past and foundations of science
In 2022, smartphones became like extra limbs for young people, especially university students. At Debre Markos University in Ethiopia, health science students were no exception. They were exploring mobile health apps, tools designed to help manage health better, anytime and anywhere. This was differ
Data science has become a buzzword in both the scientific and business worlds. Big names like CERN, Google, and Walmart rely on data to make predictions and stay competitive. But what is data science really about? It's a combination of different fields like statistics, computer science, and business
Ever thought about how history and philosophy can improve science teaching? In December 2012, Boston University hosted a conference backed by the National Science Foundation. The goal? To figure out how these fields can boost science education in the U. S. The conference brought together experts fr
Europe's Open Science Cloud (EOSC) is all about making data easy to find, use, and share. Unlike experts, the public needs a simpler way to dive into science. Even so, they're making big waves, especially in fields like astrophysics. This review looks at how everyday people are contributing to scien
John Desmond Bernal, a leading figure in molecular biology, is known as the father of the Science of Science. His book, The Social Function of Science, laid the groundwork for this field. Let's dive into four key aspects of his ideas: the historical and social viewpoint, theoretical models, combinin
You might spot some amazing shooting stars this fall! The Taurid meteor shower will be visible soon. NASA says it's one of the biggest meteor showers, thanks to Comet Encke. This comet left a bunch of space debris behind, and when Earth passes through it, we see a show! The shower has two parts: the
Some lawmakers in the U. S. are digging deeper into NASA's plans for the Chandra X-ray Observatory. This telescope has been around for 25 years and its budget is in trouble. In a letter sent to the Chandra X-ray Center director, Patrick Slane, six members of Congress asked for more details about the
