Category: In The News

  • Telepathy Tapes: The Pseudoscience Exposed

    Telepathy Tapes: The Pseudoscience Exposed

    Janyce Boynton critiques the pseudoscience of facilitated communication, exposing its reliance on magical thinking and special pleading. This discussion highlights the dangers of misleading claims and the importance of scientific rigor.

  • Personalized Medicine Takes a Leap

    Personalized Medicine Takes a Leap

    A groundbreaking case report reveals a new personalized CRISPR gene editing therapy that could transform the treatment of rare genetic conditions.

  • Powering the Future Wirelessly

    Powering the Future Wirelessly

    Wireless power transmission is taking a significant step forward, moving from experimental setups to real-world applications. DARPA recently demonstrated an impressive 800-watt transmission that broke the distance record for optical energy transfer.

  • Voyager 1 Thrusters Come Back

    Voyager 1 Thrusters Come Back

    NASA has successfully revived thrusters on Voyager 1, a nearly 50-year-old spacecraft, showcasing remarkable ingenuity and extending its mission in space exploration.

  • Machines Targeting Individuals

    Machines Targeting Individuals

    Recent research shows that large language models (LLMs) are outperforming humans in online debates by effectively using personal information about their opponents.

  • Texting vs. Talking: Why In-Person Matters More Than Ever

    Texting vs. Talking: Why In-Person Matters More Than Ever

    Explore how teens are shifting from texting to in-person connections, and why it’s essential for parents to engage in these conversations about privacy and communication.

  • Trust: The Backbone of Society

    Trust: The Backbone of Society

    Trust is vital for society’s function, especially in institutions like healthcare. Understanding its role can help us build stronger relationships and ensure accountability.

  • Is AI Dumbing Down Science?

    Is AI Dumbing Down Science?

    A new report warns that the quality of scientific research is threatened by low-quality AI-generated papers, raising concerns about the future of knowledge in academia.

  • One Step Closer to Fusion

    One Step Closer to Fusion

    Researchers may have made a vital breakthrough in fusion energy modelling, bringing us closer to a revolutionary energy solution. This development could change how we produce energy for generations to come.

  • Why Self-Diagnosis Can Mislead

    Why Self-Diagnosis Can Mislead

    Self-diagnosis in autism raises concerns about accuracy and potential harm. Understanding the complexities of professional diagnoses is essential for proper support.