Perpetual Learning
As someone who has spent decades sifting through the history of technological progress, I’ve often marveled at how each new era seemed to open up fresh avenues for eager minds. From the early days of calculating machines to the dawn of the internet, there was always a place for the newcomer, the recent graduate ready … Read more
Did you know that a naturally occurring mineral, lithium, is showing some really exciting promise in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease? It sounds almost too simple, but research over the past decade has been digging into this connection, and the findings are pretty compelling. The Lithium Link So, what’s the story? Several studies, including a … Read more
It’s fascinating to see how new technologies, even those as abstract as Artificial Intelligence, have such tangible impacts on our everyday lives – and our wallets. As an archivist with a deep appreciation for the history of technology, I’ve often noted how each major innovation brings its own set of infrastructural demands. From the early … Read more
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
It’s August 2025, and Artificial Intelligence is woven into many aspects of our lives. In healthcare, its presence is growing rapidly. We’re seeing AI help with diagnostics, drug discovery, and even managing hospital workflows. But lately, a more concerning use has surfaced: health insurance companies employing AI to automatically deny medical claims. Think about it. … 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’s quite fascinating, isn’t it? Even the most guarded companies can have their secrets accidentally laid bare. Just recently, Apple found itself in such a situation, revealing glimpses of future products across seven different categories, all thanks to a slip-up in their software code. As someone who has spent years sifting through historical documents, I’m … 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