Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.
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New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action
A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.
900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects
Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.
UC San Diego Finds Liver Enzyme Key to Beating Addiction
Scientists discovered that a liver enzyme, not just brain chemistry, plays a major role in cocaine addiction. This breakthrough could lead to entirely new treatments that work by changing how the body processes addictive drugs.
GLP-1 Drugs Cut Addiction Risk by 50% in Major Study
Weight loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro are showing remarkable promise in fighting addiction to all major substances, from alcohol to opioids. A study of over 600,000 veterans reveals these drugs reduce substance use disorders by blocking the cravings that fuel addiction.
Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034
Six international partners just pledged $42 million to fuel Africa's ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy. The funding will help African nations build stronger research systems and solve local challenges through homegrown science.
Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science
A public health professor is slashing his annual research output from 15 papers to just seven, betting that quality beats quantity in science. His radical move challenges a system where some researchers now pump out more than 60 papers yearly.
Scientists Find Brain Switch Behind Cocaine Addiction
Michigan State researchers discovered a protein that rewires the brain during cocaine use, explaining why quitting is so hard. This breakthrough could lead to the first FDA-approved medication for cocaine addiction.
Knitting Helps People Beat Addiction and Anxiety
Science is catching up to what knitters have known for years: the simple act of working with yarn and needles can help people overcome everything from nail-biting to serious addictions. The best part? The only side effect is too many scarves.
GLP-1 Drugs May Quiet Addiction Cravings in the Brain
Medications like Ozempic, originally designed for diabetes, are showing unexpected promise in treating addiction by reducing cravings in the brain. Physician Dhruv Khullar explores how these "moderation molecules" could help millions struggling with substance abuse. #
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Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion
Trinity College just unveiled a privately funded plan to triple the Cambridge Science Park's size, creating 20,000 high-value jobs while opening a free public Park of Science to inspire local kids in STEM. The 50-year masterplan transforms Britain's oldest science park into a £3 billion innovation hub for life sciences, tech, and clean energy.
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Dad Rebuilds Life After Gambling and Drug Addiction
A father who lost everything to addiction now holds a steady job and is earning back his family's trust. Lisandro Fajardo's story proves recovery is possible, no matter how far you've fallen.
Why Addiction Recovery Takes More Than Just Detox
New research shows detox is only the beginning of addiction treatment, not the cure. Understanding addiction as a chronic brain condition is helping reshape recovery with more effective, long-term approaches.
China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees
China's largest research institution is redirecting funds from expensive Western science journals to build its own publishing system. The move could reshape global science publishing and make research more accessible worldwide.
High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible
A billionaire-backed vessel is revolutionizing marine research by pairing cutting-edge science with Hollywood-level storytelling. OceanXplorer partners with local scientists worldwide to explore the deep sea while sharing discoveries with millions online.
NJ Sees 600% Jump in Life-Saving Addiction Treatment
A safer, more effective treatment for opioid addiction is catching on in New Jersey, with use jumping from less than 1% to nearly 5% of patients in just three years. The monthly injectable medication helps people stay on track when daily pills are too hard to manage.
Florida Science Center Hosts Cocktail Chemistry Fundraiser
A Panama City science museum is turning cocktail hour into a chemistry lesson. Local bartenders will demonstrate the science behind mixology while guests vote for the best drinks.
Framingham Teacher Wins National Science Education Award
Rebecca Maynard, a high school science teacher in Massachusetts, has earned one of just six national awards recognizing excellence in teaching. Her work includes bringing real-world climate science into the classroom through expeditions to Kenya and Alaska.
Project Hail Mary Brings Hopeful Science to Theaters
Directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are bringing optimistic science fiction back to the big screen with their adaptation of Andy Weir's beloved novel. The film premieres March 20, showing how science can solve humanity's biggest problems.
Ethiopia Partners Global Science Academy to Boost Innovation
Ethiopia is teaming up with The World Academy of Sciences to supercharge its research ecosystem and train the next generation of African scientists. The partnership will focus on health, climate science, and digital technology while connecting Ethiopian researchers to global scientific networks.
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