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A person using AI tools, reflecting how we live in an AI age and its widespread use

Academic thinking in the AI age

Why the human brain still matters

A spoonful of microplastics: tiny particles that increasingly enter our bodies through everyday products, raising concerns about health risks

Microplastics, sex toys, and the diabetes link

The connection between phthalates, microplastic leaching from sex toys, and the link to metabolic health issues

Professor Pier Luigi Luisi, 1938-2025

In memoriam: Pier Luigi Luisi

A great scholar, friend, teacher, and leader

Satellite image of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, 24 May 2010

Petroleum and the promise of bioremediation

Two bacteria have been found to degrade and purify petroleum chemicals when used together for bioremediation

Monitoring brain waves during an electroencephalography (EEG) session

Does ChatGPT alter our brains?

A recent MIT study reveals the neural consequences of relying on AI for writing, and what it means for the future of human creativity

A fragile dove rises with an olive branch against the backdrop of war and ruin, symbolizing the struggle between destruction and the enduring hope for peace

Human consciousness and artificial intelligence

Emergent properties and products of the brain resulting from developed and it’s developing complexity

A notebook used by AI and IT experts, showcasing brain-inspired technology and artificial neurons in neuromorphic computing

When computing gets a brain

Brain-inspired technology that promises to revolutionize AI, efficiency, and real-time data processing

Online scams can quickly turn your smartphone into a source of danger

Look out: bad people are trying to trick WhatsApp users

A guide to recognizing and avoiding malicious schemes on messaging apps

Collaboration, not isolation: breakthroughs emerge from networks of people, tools, and ideas

Collaboration: the real engine of innovation

Connecting historical tech revolutions to today's AI and hardware landscape

A woman's face is surrounded by scattered multivitamins, symbolizing the overwhelming presence of supplements in daily health routines

The multivitamin myth: what actually works

Smart choices for better health through evidence-based nutrition

From sparks of ingenuity to circuits of steel, leadership requires integration

Design here, build here: the missing technological advantage

A strategy to realign America’s technological power

A female mannequin gazes at a computer screen, exploring the world of Generative AI and Artificial Intelligence

Generative AI and the crisis of objectivity

Rethinking truth in an age of simulation

Hydration fuels vitality: just as water carries nutrients through the body, it refreshes, cools, and sustains life at every level

Water 101: the H₂O of drinking enough

The science and importance of staying hydrated

Guarding against digital chaos isn't about flashy tech—it’s about the quiet, daily vigilance of people who keep systems stable

Beyond the code

The human processes that prevent digital chaos

A hand touching the throat of a patient, symbolizing chronic illness, fatigue, exhaustion, and thyroid dysfunction

Living between the lines

Medical gaslighting and the struggle for validation in chronic illness

Healthy gut bacteria can help flush PFAS from the body, protecting organs like the liver and intestines from toxic buildup

The gut microbiome

Healthy gut bacteria protect us from PFAS pollutants and COVID-19

Your resting heart rate tells more than you think — it’s a window into both cardiovascular fitness and immune strength

Impact of resting heart rate on immune system function

A higher resting heart rate results in a stress response that lowers immune cell activity

A fantasy scene depicting wealth, artificial intelligence, and dreams

The silent sculptor

Does AI shape what we see, hear and even dream?

A cell culture plate with induced pluripotent stem cells, the regenerative powerhouses at the heart of innovative therapies, offering hope for chronic joint pain and inflammatory arthritis

Stem cell therapy vs. traditional treatment methods

A regenerative approach to chronic joint pain and orthopedic conditions

Rapamycin and metformin: two very different pills, both aiming to turn back the biological clock in the race against aging

Rapamycin vs metformin for longevity

Reconciling evidence across models, biomarker clocks, and clinics

A black and silver DSLR camera placed beside a tablet, where someone is drawing—capturing a moment of creativity in action

A day in the life of an AI trainer

Creativity and consciousness in the age of algorithms

Generative artificial intelligence, also known as generative AI or gen AI for short, is a type of AI that can create new content and ideas, including conversations, stories, images, videos, and music

Living in a generative AI world

Meaning in the age of simulation

An elderly couple smiling warmly while posing with a bouquet of flowers

The biology of human longevity

Caleb E. Finch's comprehensive framework on the evolution, mechanisms, and future of healthy aging

Modern tools allow researchers to uncover the hidden connections between microbes and cancer within the human body

The human cancer microbiome

A healthy gut microbiome can help prevent many types of cancer and other diseases

A physician in a medical robe with a stethoscope, embodying the principles of medical ethics, healthcare, and empathy

Exposing chronic illness with Havi Carel

Slaloming between medical lingo and life’s dislocations

Chilean police dogs trained to detect COVID-19 in October 2020

How much COVID can dogs detect?

Verified through qRT-PCR, dogs can detect the COVID-19 virus in humans when the viral load reaches a certain threshold

A metallic brain integrated with technology visually emphasizes the essential role of human critical thinking in an age defined by artificial intelligence

Critical thinking in the age of artificial intelligence

The importance of human discernment in an AI-driven world

A hacker surrounded by streams of data, symbolizing the ongoing battle in cyber warfare and the critical role of cybersecurity

Click, swipe, destroy: the power of cyber attacks

From AI breaches to digital mercenaries, cybersecurity is reshaping defense, business, and personal safety

A man in a white long-sleeve shirt, wearing a red and white hijab, sitting inside a car

Dream properties at the touch of a button

Data-driven transformation in Saudi Arabia’s real estate market

At the frontier of brain science: A researcher examines neural organoids under the microscope, unlocking mysteries of consciousness in the lab

Awakening the mini-brain

Lab-grown human brains achieve consciousness: ethical dilemma or medical breakthrough

How AI is transforming weather forecasting

Extreme weather predictions with traditional methods and Generative AI

A nostalgic radio playing

QSL postcards instead of WhatsApp

How radio amateurs communicated before the era of mobile phones and computers

A researcher visualizes the molecular architecture of life, unlocking the immune system’s hidden blueprint through the study of polypeptides

Polypeptides and immunity: life’s hidden blueprint

Exploring how protein folding, antibody engineering, and fluid mechanics shape modern therapeutics

Representation of the human DNA strand intertwined with food elements

How your diet shapes your genes and health

Science of gene expression, personalized nutrition, and the power of food to influence wellness

A sleek Waymo robotaxi cruises through San Francisco, symbolizing the city’s leap into an autonomous driving future

Driverless cars in San Francisco

A firsthand look at the rise of autonomous vehicles in the Golden City

A woman with stomach problems drinking probiotic shots

The gut-brain connection

The link between gut health, mental well-being, and traditional Indian diets for optimal health

A man typing on his computer, surrounded by soft, floating clouds

The human touch in content creation

Why AI can't replace storytelling, emotion, and brand voice

Explore biotechnology and chemistry experiments delving into genomic imprinting, parental conflict, brain development, embryo development, and DNA to uncover the intricate mechanisms shaping biological phenomena

Unveiling genomic imprinting: nature's hidden influence

Exploring the evolutionary dynamics and neurodevelopmental implications of parental gene expression bias

A coral reef suffers under the stress of a marine heat wave; as ocean temperatures rise, vibrant ecosystems like this one fade to white, threatening the delicate balance of marine life and the herbivorous fish that depend on it

How heat waves starve the reef

Thermal stress cripples algae-eating fish, disrupting their feeding patterns and tipping aquatic ecosystems toward imbalance

Talon-A. An autonomous, reusable testbed that makes flight testing more accessible and affordable

The future of supersonic travel

Whether supersonic aircraft will take off again?

The edge of artificial intelligence where data is shaping the future of human living

Agentic AI: the invisible co-Pilot transforming our lives

How agentic AI is stepping beyond automation to make decisions, anticipate needs and reshape everyday life

A nutritionist discussing personalized dietary plans with a client, highlighting the role of genetic testing in optimizing health and wellness

The power of genetics in personalized nutrition

How genetict testing can revolutionize diet plans for optimal health and wellness

A 3D abstract visualization of brain activity, illustrating the concept of deep brain stimulation

Neurotechnology and human autonomy

The ethical frontiers of free will and decision-making

Neuroimaging studies explore emotions and brain activity, including facial expressions across cultures, with a doctor holding a brain

The neurobiology of emotion

How the human brain translates bodily sensations into psychologically meaningful states

The model gazes into the lens, embodying the struggle between creativity and conformity in a rapidly changing world

Art, identity, and AI: a modern reflection

How the age of AI effect on cognitive evolution and creativity

Futuristic scene of human-AI interaction with elements of communication, technology, and collaboration

The power of dialogue in the AI era

How dialogue with AI enhances personalization, trust, and accessibility

Close-up shot of a tree log covered with fungi in a forest

Bacteria and fungi reactions to ecosystem restoration

Restoration of desertified areas recovers plant biomass and variety, but the soil microbial ecosystem is skewed and represents an early stage of development

An open MacBook Pro displaying coding scripts, illustrating the integration of Web3 technologies

The rise of decentralized AI with AIvalanche DeFAI agents

The gap between Artificial Intelligence and Web3

Elderly woman experiencing a stroke, holding her head in pain

The impact of sugary beverages on stroke risk

How soda, coffee, and fruit drinks contribute to stroke risk and the need for moderation

A cat wearing a harness is sleeping on a computer desk

Vibe coding survival guide

How not to lose your mind

A woman engages in a conversation with an artificial intelligence chat program while studying from a book

AI’s impact on society, education & responsibility

Embracing innovation while facing ethical dilemmas

A woman holding a brain in her hands, symbolizing the complex decision-making processes discussed in the article

The psychology of obesity and cognitive biases

Kahneman's two-system theory to combat obesity and promote sustainable lifestyle changes

An IT technician monitors enterprise IS and nurtures the optimal flow of data and information

Information systems as they engage with socials

Understanding how AI, expert systems, and digital networks shape enterprise strategy in a connected world

A woman surrounded by daisies, experiencing an allergic reaction while smelling the scent of the flowers

“Olfactory Ethics” thesis on anti-intellectualism

How Dr. Ally Louks’ viral PhD exposed the value of humanities in a STEM-dominated era

This artist's concept shows astronauts and human habitats on Mars, illustrating the potential future of human exploration. NASA's Mars 2020 rover will carry essential technologies aimed at making Mars exploration safer and more feasible for future human missions

The quest for Mars

From terraforming to human colonization

Smart sensors embedded in modern tyres track air pressure, temperature, and tread depth in real time, helping drivers avoid dangerous failures before they happen

Rolling smarter: the rise of smart tyres

With real-time data and AI integration, tyre tech is quietly transforming road safety from the ground up

A close-up of a man casting his vote, placing a ballot into the ballot box

The puppet master behind the curtain

From invisible campaign managers to digital spin doctors, AI is quietly shaping the future of politics

A young couple sharing intimate moments together in bed

A healthy sex life could save your memory later in life

New research shows how intimacy boosts brain health through better sleep and reduced stress

A portrait of a person surrounded by rainbow colors symbolizes synesthesia, blending abstract perception, colorful visualizations, sensory overlap, and intricate neural connections

Blurring the senses: the fascinating world of synesthesia

Wednesday is green and smells like forest

Future of the internet, Web 3.0 promises a decentralized digital landscape that prioritizes user privacy

AI-driven Web 3.0 future in the next decade

How artificial intelligence will revolutionize web services, e-commerce, and user experience by 2034

A young woman during a nap

Good sleep can prevent aneurysms

Sleep problems can cause hypertension, leading to aneurysms in the brain.

A glowing shield rises from a digital network, representing advanced cybersecurity protection in the digital age, emphasizing child protection technology and the role of AI in securing online spaces

UK’s landmark AI legislation against child exploitation

Combating AI-generated abuse material and addressing ethical challenges in AI regulation

A female doctor confidently poses beside an MRI machine, showcasing the advanced technology used in modern medical imaging for accurate diagnoses

Miracles of science and technology shaping our future

How advancements in AI, medicine, renewable energy, and more are transforming the modern world for a better tomorrow

The ever-alert Faerytale

Faerytale: a delicate courageous being

She healed through trust and energy, inspiring all who met her with her quiet bravery and transformation

The intricate design of a computer processor, capturing the precision required to power quantum systems that could revolutionise technology

Quantum computing: unlocking new frontiers

How breakthroughs in quantum technology are transforming industries

A woman sitting on the floor, appearing invisible and distressed behind a negative pregnancy test, reflecting the emotional impact of infertility

The genetic factors behind infertility

Real-life benefits of nutrigenetics in solving infertility problems

The young woman’s striking body paint highlights the blend of technology and creativity, symbolising the way AI is transforming art into a collaborative experience between human intuition and machine innovation

The rise of AI in creative industries

Revolutionising art, music, and writing through technology

Digital bar graph with increasing trend and businessman’s hand overlay

Boosting persuasion: the power of storytelling with data

How combining emotional narratives with statistics and data drives engagement and understanding

New drugs mean new hope

A new drug shows promising results in metastasized breast cancer in the brain

Artificial Intelligence has changed many aspects of our lives for the better, but it's not without its risks

The conquest of Artificial Intelligence and its perils

How far should it go?

A woman wearing a black spaghetti strap top holds a pink ribbon, symbolizing breast cancer awareness

Artificial Intelligence in breast cancer screening

Ethical dilemmas, medical epistemology, and the future of AI-driven healthcare

A robot standing in front of a blackboard, as if preparing to teach or present information

The role of AI in shaping the future of education

The impact of automation on employment, skills, and innovation in an AI-driven economy

History and future of aviation: progress and innovation

From the Wright Brothers to supersonic flight

A cute boy enjoying donuts surrounded by flowers on a vibrant yellow desk

Delaying gratification, an indispensable skill

How delaying immediate rewards, for better ones later, can help you reach your goals

A woman proudly displays her baby's ultrasound photo to the camera

Nutrigenomix testing for optimizing fertility

Exploring how personalized nutritional strategies based on genetic testing can enhance reproductive health and address infertility challenges

Focused and collaborative, the team navigates the complexities of developing an effective information system tailored to their evolving needs

Information system acquisition and ethical considerations

Balancing strategic growth with ethical responsibilities in digital system choices

Eyes on the street: Exploring the role of AI and surveillance in enhancing Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies for safer urban spaces

AI and CPTED: transforming urban crime prevention

Exploring AI surveillance, smart infrastructure, and ethical challenges in crime prevention

A doctor examines a medical application that highlights genetic information

The genetic link to food intolerances

How your genetic makeup influences digestive health and food reactions?

Space Shuttle Pathfinder assembly at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville, Alabama, USA

The evolution of space exploration: from rockets to AI

Explore the milestones of space travel: how rockets, satellites, Moon landings, and AI are redefining our cosmic journey

A glow of nitrogen fills the atmosphere as Nikola Tesla is photographed sitting in front of his generator in 1899

The legacy of Nikola Tesla: the pioneer of electricity

Exploring Tesla's innovations in AC power and wireless transmission

A human hand holding a Covid test

Analyzing many can spot the few

Metagenomic sample sequencing more accurate than microbe testing

Advanced Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) in a high-tech laboratory, showcasing its capabilities in nanoscale imaging and material analysis across various scientific fields

Mastering SEM: advanced imaging techniques and applications

Unlock the potential of SEM techniques for nanoscale imaging in materials science, nanotechnology, and life sciences

An IT professional leverages artificial intelligence and geospatial technology to gather insights from world map projections, utilizing the power of generative AI for enhanced data analysis

AI revolution in geospatial technology

The moral imperatives of innovation in mapping technology

Faisal F. Alibrahim Minister of Economy and Planning of Saudi Arabia speaking at the 2025 Global Healthspan Summit in Saudi Arabia

The Global Healthspan Summit: a transformative experience

Saudi Arabia leading the charge in extending healthy lives and revolutionizing aging science

The fusion of virtual and real-world communication is transforming interactions through futuristic illustrations and digital artistry

AI as a bridge between East and West

Navigating AI, global power dynamics, and cultural divergence

Woman depicted with DNA sequencing pattern on her back, illustrating genetic research and medical advancements

Epigenetic reprogramming in cancer: diagnosis and treatment

Exploring the impact of epigenetic alterations on cancer progression and therapeutic strategies

14 November 2024; Imogen Heap, Recording Artist & Technologist, Auracles.io; left, and Shara Senderoff, Co-founder & CEO, Jen; on Centre Stage during day three of Web Summit 2024 at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal

Innovative startups at Web Summit 2024

The groundbreaking companies poised to shape industries and impact lives in 2025 and beyond

Women waking up happily in white shirts, showcasing improved sleep quality

How diet and nutrition influence sleep quality and duration

Exploring the impact of nutrients, dietary patterns, and eating behaviors on sleep for optimal health

Close-up of a hand holding a futuristic digital screen

Balancing precision and the AI dilemma

Automation and human ingenuity in the age of artificial intelligence

An abstract representation of generative AI, showcasing the dynamic interplay between technology and communication across various modalities

The role of generative AI in society

Exploring how generative AI enhances meaning-making across cultures and modalities

Runs-Like-the-Wind and Susan Eirich

Runs-Like-the-Wind: an ode to the beauty of a deer

Three-legged deer’s grace reveals nature’s beauty, healing hearts

Has Apple lost its edge in innovation?

Exploring Apple's evolution from groundbreaking to incremental advances in technology

A focused doctor analyzes genetic testing data on a virtual screen, specializing in DNA analysis for personalized nutrition and nutritional science

Genetic insights for nutrition

The key to enhance nutritional recommendations through genetic testing

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) aims to develop machines capable of performing any intellectual task that a human can, encompassing a broad spectrum of cognitive abilities

Embracing AGI: transforming systems for tomorrow's world

Explore the impact of artificial general intelligence on future systems and industries

With the rise of electric vehicle charging stations, the transition to eco-friendly transportation is becoming more accessible than ever

The future of combustion engines: innovations ahead

Examining advancements, environmental concerns, and EVs

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