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Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
Innovation•Jan 20

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.

Nature News•2 min read
New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action
Innovation•Mar 18

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.

Google: scientific discovery•2 min read
900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects
Innovation•Apr 10

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.

Google: scientific discovery•2 min read
Congress Restores Science Funding Cut by Trump in 2026
Solutions•Mar 4

Congress Restores Science Funding Cut by Trump in 2026

Despite President Trump's push to slash science funding, Congress quietly brought most of it back. Researchers can breathe easier knowing their work continues.

NPR Science•2 min read
Senate Leader Rejects 23% NASA Budget Cut
Solutions•Apr 13

Senate Leader Rejects 23% NASA Budget Cut

A key Senate leader is pushing back against proposed cuts that would slash NASA's budget by nearly a quarter. Senator Jerry Moran says he'll fight to keep America's space agency funded at stable levels.

SpaceNews•2 min read
Hong Kong Hosts Top Science Prize for 4th Straight Year
Global News•Aug 13

Hong Kong Hosts Top Science Prize for 4th Straight Year

Three Chinese scientists won major awards for breakthrough research as Hong Kong cements its role as Asia's science hub. The Future Science Prize, China's first privately funded research award, chose the city for its fourth consecutive year.

Google News - Innovation Technology•2 min read
Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034
Innovation•Feb 16

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.

Google News - Africa Innovation•3 min read
Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science
Innovation•Jan 19

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.

Nature News•2 min read
China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees
Solutions•Mar 2

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.

South China Morning Post•2 min read
Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion
Solutions•May 18

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.

Google News - Jobs Created•2 min read
South Korea Jumps to 7th in Global Science Innovation Ranks
Innovation•Apr 2

South Korea Jumps to 7th in Global Science Innovation Ranks

South Korea climbed to 7th place among 30 developed nations for science and technology innovation, closing the gap with global leaders. The country's investment in research shows how steady commitment to science is paying off.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•2 min read
U.S. Invests $100M to Unlock AI-Powered Science Discoveries
Innovation•Jul 23

U.S. Invests $100M to Unlock AI-Powered Science Discoveries

The National Science Foundation just launched a $100 million program to transform existing scientific datasets into AI-ready tools that could accelerate breakthroughs across research fields. Instead of collecting new data, scientists will unlock hidden insights from decades of valuable research already sitting in databases.

Google: scientific discovery•2 min read
High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible
Innovation•Jan 26

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.

Phys.org•2 min read
Florida Science Center Hosts Cocktail Chemistry Fundraiser
Innovation•Mar 31

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.

Google: scientific discovery•2 min read
Framingham Teacher Wins National Science Education Award
Community Heroes•Apr 24

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.

Google News - Teacher Wins Award•2 min read
Project Hail Mary Brings Hopeful Science to Theaters
Innovation•Mar 19

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.

Scientific American•2 min read
Ethiopia Partners Global Science Academy to Boost Innovation
Daily Mix•Apr 20

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.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)•2 min read
South Africa Launches National Science Month for Everyone
Solutions•Jul 7

South Africa Launches National Science Month for Everyone

South Africa just expanded its week-long science celebration into an entire month, bringing cutting-edge research and innovation to every corner of the nation. The new National Science Month proves that groundbreaking discoveries belong to everyone, not just lab coats and textbooks.

AllAfrica - Science•2 min read
Allegiant and Sun Country Merge Into Bigger Budget Airline
Solutions•May 14

Allegiant and Sun Country Merge Into Bigger Budget Airline

Two budget airlines just joined forces to give travelers more affordable flight options across America. The $1.5 billion deal creates a larger carrier serving 175 cities right when travelers need budget-friendly choices most.

Google News - Business•2 min read
Cape Town School Doubles Science Scores With Bilingual Tests
Solutions•5d ago

Cape Town School Doubles Science Scores With Bilingual Tests

When 168 fourth graders in Cape Town took science tests in both English and isiXhosa, their pass rate jumped from 51% to 86%. Parents loved seeing their children finally understand and teach science concepts at home.

Daily Maverick•3 min read

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