UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS CHAN MEDICAL SCHOOL

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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

Unlocking Teaching Potential: A New Approach to Medical Education

Medical professionals often find themselves in teaching roles. Yet, formal training in teaching methods is scarce. This gap can lead to a focus on specific skills rather than a broader understanding of teaching approaches. A recent workshop aimed to bridge this gap. It focused on helping educators

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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

How Moving Your Body Can Boost Your Grades in Medical School

Medical students often have packed schedules, leaving little time for exercise. Yet, staying active might be a secret weapon for better grades. Research suggests that physical activity can improve academic performance. This is especially important for medical students, who face high stress levels an

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Chromebooks Aim to Boost Learning in Schools

Schools are getting a tech upgrade with new Chromebooks designed to make learning easier and safer. These devices are built to handle the daily wear and tear of student life. They come with features like AI-powered learning tools, strong security, and easy-to-repair parts. The latest models include

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Jan 12 2026WEATHER

Massachusetts: A Day of Wind, Rain, and Snow

Massachusetts is in for a wild weather ride on Sunday. It all starts with a chilly morning, but things heat up a bit as the day goes on. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the Berkshires, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. This advisory is in effect from 9 p. m. Sunday to 9 a

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Medical Students' Mental Health: A Closer Look at Anxiety, Depression, and Faith

Medical students face a tough road, juggling heavy course loads and high expectations. A recent study shed light on the mental health challenges they encounter, focusing on anxiety, depression, and the role of religious beliefs. The study involved 260 medical students from the University of Osijek

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Jan 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Crime Drama That Found Its Audience Late

Channing Tatum's movie "Roofman" is now a hit on Paramount+. It's the most-watched film on the platform, which is surprising because it was almost ignored when it first came out. The film is based on a true story about Jeffrey Manchester, a former soldier who turned to crime to support his family.

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

How States Stack Up in School Funding

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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