Brains Change, But Not Like Machines
The brain can change, but not the way self-help slogans promise. This article breaks down what neuroplasticity really means — and why “rewiring your brain” is a metaphor that often does more harm than good.
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Voyaging in Time with Charles Darwin – UofC event, in-person or stream
What if you could watch evolution happen right before your eyes? For over 35 years, Richard Lenski’s lab has been doing exactly that—running the world’s longest-running evolution experiment with bacteria.
Hype, progress, and the AI regulatory dilemma
A concise look at the AI 2027 scenario, its plausibility, and why guardrails and international dialogue matter to steer innovation responsibly. #AI #ArtificialInteligence
Challenger: The Cold Day That Changed NASA
On a freezing January morning, a routine launch revealed flaws in leadership and risk assessment at NASA, altering spaceflight history. This article explains how decisions, not hardware, shaped the tragedy and why the lessons endure.
Stop Obsessing Over Trans People
This article argues for calmer, evidence-based skepticism, pushing back on sensational claims about transgender people and urging readers to focus on ideas, not personal controversy.
Clearer Criteria for Traditional Medicine Needed
The WHO’s traditional medicine guidelines aim for clarity and safety, but the umbrella definition muddles evidence and policy, calling for transparent criteria and cautious uptake.
Pet acupuncture: what the science says
Despite growing interest, the science behind pet acupuncture remains uncertain. This summary explains the evidence, safety concerns, and when to seek proven treatments. It helps owners decide when to pursue or avoid this therapy. #acupuncture
40 Years On: The Uranus Flyby That Shaped Voyager
Forty years on, a mission boffin recalls being told to pronounce Uranus correctly, and how Voyager 2’s Uranus flyby yielded a wealth of data that nearly never happened. It’s a human moment inside a colossal space story worth revisiting.
Teach Critical Thinking Over Conspiracy Theories
A skeptical family confronts a Moon hoax claim in a classroom, debunks two myths, and reframes it as a teachable moment about evidence-based science and critical thinking. #moonlanding