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Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
InnovationJan 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 News2 min read
New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action
InnovationMar 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 discovery2 min read
900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects
InnovationApr 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 discovery2 min read
Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034
InnovationFeb 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 Innovation3 min read
NYU Langone Wins $70M to Speed Medical Breakthroughs
Health & WellnessMay 5

NYU Langone Wins $70M to Speed Medical Breakthroughs

NYU Langone Health just secured nearly $70 million from the National Institutes of Health to turn cutting-edge research into real treatments faster. Over the next seven years, this funding will help scientists move discoveries from the lab to patients who need them.

Google: scientific discovery3 min read
Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science
InnovationJan 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 News2 min read
NYU Langone Wins $70M to Fast-Track Medical Breakthroughs
InnovationMay 5

NYU Langone Wins $70M to Fast-Track Medical Breakthroughs

NYU Langone Health just secured nearly $70 million over seven years to help scientists turn lab discoveries into real treatments for patients faster. It's the highest level of funding available nationally for this type of research.

Google: scientific discovery3 min read
NYU Cures Diseases by Mixing Engineers With Doctors
SolutionsApr 27

NYU Cures Diseases by Mixing Engineers With Doctors

NYU is solving diseases faster by throwing out the old playbook: instead of keeping scientists in separate buildings, they're mixing engineers, doctors, and AI experts into teams focused on beating specific diseases. Early wins include a startup detecting airborne pathogens and "inverse vaccines" that could cure celiac disease and allergies.

IEEE Spectrum3 min read
Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion
SolutionsMay 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 Created2 min read
China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees
SolutionsMar 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 Post2 min read
U.S. Invests $100M to Unlock AI-Powered Science Discoveries
InnovationJul 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 discovery2 min read
NYU Scientists Create Time Crystals You Can Hold
InnovationFeb 7

NYU Scientists Create Time Crystals You Can Hold

Physicists at New York University have discovered a new type of time crystal made from simple styrofoam beads that levitate on sound waves and defy traditional physics. The handheld device opens doors for quantum computing advances and helps us understand how our own bodies work.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible
InnovationJan 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.org2 min read
Florida Science Center Hosts Cocktail Chemistry Fundraiser
InnovationMar 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 discovery2 min read
Framingham Teacher Wins National Science Education Award
Community HeroesApr 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 Award2 min read
Project Hail Mary Brings Hopeful Science to Theaters
InnovationMar 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 American2 min read
Ethiopia Partners Global Science Academy to Boost Innovation
Daily MixApr 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
SolutionsJul 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 - Science2 min read
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InnovationMar 27

NYU Opens Million-Square-Foot Quantum Research Hub in NYC

New York University just launched a quantum research institute that's breaking down the walls between scientists, engineers, and real-world companies. The goal: turn quantum science from theory into technology that actually works.

IEEE Spectrum3 min read
South Korea Jumps to 7th in Global Science Innovation Ranks
InnovationApr 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

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