Smallpox is a deadly infectious disease that has been a major cause of death in humans for centuries. It was declared extinct in 1980 after a worldwide vaccination program. Despite this, a mysterious discovery in 2014 turned out to be...

The Science of Aging: Understanding the Biological Mechanisms and Potential Interventions The aging process is an inevitable, natural part of life that is experienced by every living organism. As humans age, our bodies experience a myriad of changes such as...

Are Dolphins Smarter Than Humans? Dolphins are one of the most intelligent creatures in the animal kingdom, and they are widely regarded as some of the smartest animals on the planet. But when it comes to intelligence, could dolphins actually...

Robert Oppenheimer: The Physicist Who Led the Manhattan Project and Later Became an Advocate for Arms Control and Nuclear Disarmament Robert Oppenheimer was an influential physicist who played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb during World...

For decades, research conducted on the criminal justice system has revealed a stark reality – the unfair treatment of people of color in the criminal justice system, suggesting that in various ways minority groups, particularly Black, Indigenous and People...

Shaping the Future of Healthcare The future of healthcare is likely to incorporate many different aspects that range from medical aids to technical solutions and innovations in medical technology. New medical technology continues to be developed and improved every day,...

Chernobyl’s Animals: How Radiation Can Impact Wildlife The events of Chernobyl’s nuclear accident in 1986 shocked the entire world. The tragedy not only included the loss of human lives, but also the impact it had on the wildlife. Here, we...

Linus Pauling: The Chemist Who Received Two Nobel Prizes Linus Pauling is one of the most acclaimed chemists of all time. He was the recipient of two Nobel Prizes, one in 1954 for his fundamental work on the nature of...

5-Day Fasts: An Exploratory Guide to Extended Water Fasting Fasting has become increasingly popular as a way to improve mental clarity, reduce inflammation and reap potential health benefits. But for those willing to take it a step further, extended 5-day...

Max Born: The Physicist Who Developed the Born Rule for Quantum Mechanics Max Born was one of the most influential physicists of the 20th century. He was born in Breslau, Germany (now Wroclaw, Poland) in 1882. Growing up in a...