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New Podcast Reveals the Human Stories Behind Life-Saving Drugs
Health & Wellness4h ago

New Podcast Reveals the Human Stories Behind Life-Saving Drugs

A journalist is using storytelling to help people understand how medicines like Ozempic and EpiPens came to be and changed society. Each episode explores one drug's journey from discovery to cultural impact.

STAT News2 min read
Scientists Turn to Poetry to Heal Grief and Spark Wonder
InnovationApr 6

Scientists Turn to Poetry to Heal Grief and Spark Wonder

Researchers and physicians worldwide are writing poetry to process emotions, communicate science, and find new perspectives on complex problems. From palliative care doctors honoring patients to mathematicians explaining hurricanes, poetry is becoming an unexpected tool for scientific insight.

Nature News3 min read
Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership

Capital FM journalist Bruhan Makong has been elected to lead Kenya's Environment Science Journalists Association, joining a new team committed to making climate and conservation stories accessible to everyone. The organization helps ensure vital environmental issues reach the public in clear, understandable ways.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Deep-Sea Explorer Turns Science Into Viral TikTok Dramas
InnovationMar 27

Deep-Sea Explorer Turns Science Into Viral TikTok Dramas

A marine geologist who explored Antarctica and dove nearly 3,000 meters underwater now has 750,000 TikTok followers for her short dramas that make science irresistible. Tang Limei is proving that complex topics like deep-sea geology can go viral when wrapped in compelling stories.

Sixth Tone3 min read
Ex-Church Member Now Fights Misinformation for the UN
SolutionsMar 24

Ex-Church Member Now Fights Misinformation for the UN

A man raised in an end-times church where science was considered evil now helps the United Nations combat health misinformation. His childhood love of snakes opened the first crack in his belief system.

STAT 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
Young Scientists Launch Group to Fight Health Misinformation
SolutionsMar 6

Young Scientists Launch Group to Fight Health Misinformation

A grassroots science advocacy organization born from 2025 protests has evolved into a multifaceted movement combating health misinformation. Stand Up For Science is taking the fight to social media, congressional offices, and everyday spaces where scientists traditionally haven't engaged.

STAT News3 min read
Reporter Connects Science to Real Lives in Conservation
InnovationMar 5

Reporter Connects Science to Real Lives in Conservation

John Cannon has spent a decade turning complex environmental science into stories that matter to everyday people. His investigation into a secret carbon credit deal helped expose injustice against Indigenous communities in Malaysian Borneo.

Mongabay2 min read
NASA Scientists Help Ryan Gosling Bring Space Hero to Life
InnovationFeb 27

NASA Scientists Help Ryan Gosling Bring Space Hero to Life

When Hollywood needed to make a space adventure feel authentic, NASA astronauts stepped up to help. The team behind "Project Hail Mary" collaborated with real space experts to bring Andy Weir's beloved novel to the big screen.

NASA2 min read
Scientists Fight TikTok Lies With Viral Truth Videos
Community HeroesFeb 17

Scientists Fight TikTok Lies With Viral Truth Videos

Climate experts and health professionals are beating misinformation at its own game by creating engaging social media content that makes science accessible. Their videos are racking up millions of views and changing how people get accurate information online.

Nature News3 min read
Brazilian Students Overcome Chemistry Fear With Museum Trip
Health & WellnessFeb 11

Brazilian Students Overcome Chemistry Fear With Museum Trip

Over 250 Brazilian high school students transformed their relationship with chemistry through interactive museum exhibits, proving that how we teach matters just as much as what we teach. The results offer hope for millions of students who struggle with science anxiety.

Phys.org3 min read
Scientists Find 10 Ways to Make Climate News More Hopeful
SolutionsFeb 2

Scientists Find 10 Ways to Make Climate News More Hopeful

New research reveals the secret to climate communication that inspires action instead of despair. A University of the Basque Country study analyzed digital platforms and found strategies that empower people rather than overwhelm them.

Phys.org3 min read
Global Push to Restore Measles-Free Status Gains Momentum
Health & WellnessJan 28

Global Push to Restore Measles-Free Status Gains Momentum

Countries worldwide are ramping up vaccination efforts to reclaim measles-free status after losing ground to misinformation. Health organizations are fighting back with better science communication and community outreach.

New Scientist2 min read
India Closes Climate Gap with Better Translation
SolutionsJan 26

India Closes Climate Gap with Better Translation

India's climate science is world-class, but a language barrier is blocking action on the ground. A new push to translate complex climate data into everyday words could save lives and protect communities.

The Hindu3 min read
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