Perpetual Learning
Simone Dubois 
It’s heartbreaking to hear about the recent loss in Mississippi, where a father passed away from what’s being described as a ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria. This kind of news really brings home how vulnerable we can be to microscopic threats we can’t even see. The bacteria in question is Vibrio vulnificus. It’s a type of naturally occurring … Read more
It’s easy to get excited about the possibilities of AI. We’ve all seen how tools like ChatGPT can help with writing, coding, and even brainstorming. But a recent news report highlights a crucial point: not all AI-generated advice is safe or accurate. According to NewsNation, a man recently reported poisoning himself after following dietary advice … Read more
It’s easy to think of health threats as things we can see or feel directly – a visible wound, a persistent cough, or maybe even something as widespread as the flu. But researchers are issuing an urgent warning about an ‘invisible’ health threat that’s lurking all around us, impacting our lives more than we might … Read more
Did you know that over 12,000 years ago, a cosmic event might have drastically changed our planet and potentially wiped out an advanced civilization? It’s a mind-boggling idea that scientists are exploring, and the evidence is quite compelling. Imagine a time when Earth’s climate shifted dramatically, becoming much colder. This wasn’t just a mild change; … Read more
It’s fascinating when nature throws us a curveball, isn’t it? A recent query about a bee with an unusual number of wings – three, with one seemingly broken – got me thinking about the incredible diversity and occasional quirks in the insect world. Bees, like most insects, typically have four wings. They are arranged in … Read more
It’s a funny thing, isn’t it? You’re just living your life, scrolling through content, and suddenly, BAM! Something pops up that feels like it was written just for you. Like the universe, or at least the algorithm, is saying, “Hey, we see you!” I’ve been feeling that a lot lately, especially with the science I’ve … Read more
Have you ever seen a deer doing something that made you scratch your head and wonder, “Why on earth would a deer do that?” It’s easy to anthropomorphize animal behavior, projecting human intentions onto them, but often there are fascinating, science-based reasons behind their actions. Let’s dive into some common deer behaviors that might seem … Read more
Did you know that Legionnaires’ disease cases in New York City have risen to 90? That’s a significant jump, and city health officials are taking notice, proposing new regulations for cooling towers. It’s a reminder that something as common as building cooling systems can have serious public health implications. So, what exactly is Legionnaires’ disease, … Read more
Today, August 12, 2025, I want to share some exciting news from the world of physics. Scientists are exploring a new method for detecting dark matter, and it sounds incredibly promising. What if we could find something that makes up about 85% of the universe’s matter, yet we can’t see, touch, or even directly interact … Read more
I’ve always been fascinated by the intricate connections between our environment and our well-being. As an atmospheric scientist, I look at how the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we inhabit all influence our health. It might seem like a leap from climate modeling to our dinner plates, but the systems … Read more