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The power of community-driven data and the opportunities it can bring

November 15, 2019Lianne Hart

We should embrace and expand community-based research practices, not only because they yield better results, but also because the research process itself can become part of the solution, a step toward advancing equity in vulnerable communities.  Continue Reading →

Health & Science Quianta Moore, Zeinab Bakhiet

Trump Revives Dormant Science and Technology Advisory Council

October 24, 2019ke1

Nearly three years into his administration, President Trump has reestablished the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology Policy (PCAST), which advises the White House on policy issues related to science, technology and innovation. However, the first round of appointments raises serious questions about the council. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Kenneth Evans, Kirstin R.W. Matthews

Trump Administration Full of Hot Air on Auto Emission Regulations

October 18, 2019ke1

The Trump administration has been quietly pushing to relax vehicle emissions rules, which will have broad economic and environmental ramifications. Continue Reading →

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Another All-male Lineup for the Science Nobels: Is It Time to Stop Caring?

October 14, 2019ke1

Despite internal changes in how scientists are nominated for the Nobel Prize, there is still a substantial gender bias in prize recipients. Concrete policy changes are needed to ensure more diversity is reflected in the world’s most visible and prestigious scientific honor. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Kenneth Evans, Kirstin R.W. Matthews

Secularity and science: What scientists really think about religion

September 19, 2019ke1

A U.S.-based research team sought to investigate whether a higher commitment to science leads to a reduced commitment to religion globally. Continue Reading →

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Vaccine myths unraveled

August 28, 2019bkl2

In this post, we elaborate on scientific research to refute a some of the popular myths about vaccines. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Student Voices

Evaluating new efforts to revamp kidney care

August 13, 2019bkl2

A recent executive order focuses on measures to prevent the progression of end-stage kidney disease. This is exciting news for patients and health care providers, but it will be important to monitor the costs and quality of care as well as the commitment of policymakers. Continue Reading →

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