Perpetual Learning
Simone Dubois 
Did you know that eating more than one egg a week might be linked to a significantly lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia? A recent study has suggested just that, pointing to a potential 47% reduction in risk. As someone with a background in biology and science, I find these kinds of connections between everyday foods … Read more
It’s August 15, 2025, and while we often think about climate change in terms of rising sea levels or extreme weather, its effects are reaching much further – even into space. Did you know that our increasingly polluted atmosphere is making our vital GPS and communication satellites more vulnerable to solar storms? This might sound … Read more
Did you know that some bacteria are becoming so resistant to our current medicines that they’re being called “superbugs”? It’s a serious global health challenge, and we need new tools to fight back. That’s where artificial intelligence, or AI, is stepping in, and it’s showing incredible promise. Researchers have recently used generative AI to design … Read more
Did you know that the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is giving us an unprecedented look at the universe? It’s like having a super-powered pair of eyes that can see farther back in time than ever before. Recently, this incredible instrument has spotted something truly intriguing: around 300 unusually bright objects from the early universe. … Read more
It sounds like science fiction, doesn’t it? A brain implant that can read your thoughts, and even comes with its own password protection. But this isn’t a plot from a new blockbuster; it’s a reality researchers are actively developing, particularly for those who have lost the ability to speak. Imagine someone who can no longer … Read more
Did you know that scientists have just captured the first-ever footage of a human embryo implanting in a uterus? This is a pretty big deal in developmental biology. For years, we’ve studied this crucial step in human development through indirect methods or by looking at animal models. But now, thanks to incredible advancements in imaging … Read more
As a scientist with a PhD in Atmospheric Science, I’ve spent years diving deep into climate modeling. So, when I saw the news that Bill Nelson, NASA’s Administrator, mentioned that a new appointee, Mr. Duffy, said climate science will “move aside” at NASA, it definitely caught my attention. Now, I understand that NASA does a … Read more
Did you know that warmer ocean waters are linked to a rise in infections from a dangerous bacterium? Recently, news has surfaced about a swimmer on Cape Cod contracting a serious infection. This isn’t an isolated incident; similar cases have been reported in other coastal areas, including Louisiana. These reports bring to light a growing … Read more
Did you know our family tree has even more branches than we thought? Scientists recently unearthed a discovery that’s making us rethink the very beginnings of our genus, Homo. Over 2.6 million years ago, it turns out, a new species of early human was already around. And guess what? It was living at the same … Read more
It sounds like science fiction, but the ability to precisely alter genes within the brain is moving from the realm of imagination closer to reality. This is incredibly exciting news, especially when we consider the potential impact on devastating neurological disorders. Recent advancements, as highlighted by a report in Nature, are paving the way for … Read more