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A national Harvard-Stanford study shows Newton County Schools is improving student achievement faster than similar districts across the country. The Georgia district's focused approach to teaching fundamentals is paying off after years of pandemic disruption.
A college student diagnosed with a muscle-wasting disease at 13 is now leading research to cure it, winning $50,000 to develop her breakthrough therapy. Her work could help one million people worldwide living with the same condition.
Scientists at Stanford just received $13 million to use cutting-edge artificial intelligence to uncover the hidden genetic causes of ALS, a devastating disease that currently has no cure. They've already discovered one new gene and hope to find many more targets for future treatments.
A startup launched by Stanford students is beating Europe's top weather agency at predictions using AI and 400 weather balloons. Their forecasts are now as accurate five days ahead as traditional models are just one day out.
The University of Texas captured its fourth NCAA Division I rowing championship in program history, edging out Stanford at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. The victory marks another milestone for the Longhorns, who have dominated the sport in recent years.
Scientists discovered a bacterial protein that creates DNA without copying existing genetic material—something biology textbooks say shouldn't be possible. The breakthrough could lead to revolutionary new tools for building custom DNA molecules.
Scientists created a tiny quantum device that works at room temperature instead of requiring extreme cold. This breakthrough could make quantum technology cheaper and small enough for everyday devices.
While headlines focus on declining test scores, a new Stanford study reveals American education has been steadily improving in ways we haven't been measuring. More students are earning college credits in high school, completing degrees, and accessing career training than ever before.
Brown University's sailing team just ended a 78-year championship drought with a commanding performance at nationals. The Bears sailed to victory in St. Petersburg, leaving defending champion Stanford 33 points behind.
Stanford's women's golf team swept USC 3-0 to claim their fourth national championship, capping a historic season with both conference and national titles. Senior Megha Ganne clinched the victory in her final collegiate match, bringing home the trophy for the Cardinal.
Stanford's women's golf team dominated the NCAA championship, crushing opponents to claim their fourth title under coach Anne Walker. Senior Megha Ganne sealed the victory with a clutch putt, capping a redemption season after last year's upset loss.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing scientific discovery across every field, from designing new viruses that fight bacteria to simulating 1,000 years of climate in a single day. But researchers at Stanford agree: AI finds answers faster, while humans still choose which questions matter most.
Stanford Hospital is letting patients weigh in on new AI tools before they go live, turning everyday people into health tech advisors. One caregiver who helped his wife through a heart transplant is now shaping the future of medical AI.
Two California powerhouses will battle for the NCAA Women's Golf Championship after top-seeded Stanford and No. 2 USC dominated their semifinal matches Tuesday. But the real story belongs to Eastern Michigan, a team ranked 227th just two years ago, whose inspiring tournament run captured hearts before falling to the mighty Cardinal. #
Maury County schools just earned national recognition for helping students catch up after COVID disrupted learning. Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth researchers found the district made exceptional gains in math and reading.
A hard-of-hearing researcher used her unique understanding of touch-based communication to create a robot that mimics how tadpoles talk to their parents. Her invention is unlocking the secret language of poison frog families.
Scientists solved a major problem stopping us from turning desert air into drinking water using only sunlight. Their improved hydrogel now lasts over eight months and could produce clean water for just one cent per liter.
Scientists just taught AI systems to "think" together without talking, making them work 2.4 times faster while using 75% less computing power. It's like replacing walkie-talkies with telepathy.
Six-time Olympic medalist Eileen Gu is embracing looking "stupid" as she tries boxing and prepares to return to Stanford. The 22-year-old made history at Milano Cortina 2026 by becoming the most decorated freestyle skier ever.
Stanford researchers have achieved major wins in three life-changing areas: a new immune therapy that shrank deadly childhood brain tumors in nine of 11 patients, a fertilizer that captures carbon while boosting crop yields by 50%, and a solar-powered device that harvests drinking water from thin air. These discoveries could transform cancer treatment, agriculture, and water access for millions.
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