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Magic Beans: A Rocky Road to the Stars

February 21, 2025

Denver's Magic Beans has just launched their fifth album, "Impendo Destructo, " which is a lot more than just a new collection of songs. It's a journey through space and time, blending the band's signature jam-funk sound with a sci-fi twist. The band, made up of Scott Hachey, Casey Russell,

sports

The Secret of Squat Jumps: Unweighting for Better Performance

February 20, 2025

Squat jumps are a common exercise used to measure an athlete's power and strength. But how do you know if you're doing them correctly? Traditionally, coaches and scientists have used their eyes or force-time graphs to check for an unweighting phase before the jump. This method can be unreliable and

education

Building the Future: UW-La Crosse's Science Center Expansion

February 20, 2025

UW-La Crosse's new chancellor, James Beeby, recently held his first community forum. A big topic was the need for more money to finish the Prairie Springs Science Center. The project is huge, costing $92. 8 million. The first part is done, but the second phase involves tearing down Cowley Hall, whic

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Exoplanets: Hot Jupiters and Their Crazy Weather

February 19, 2025

Imagine planets so hot that they make Earth seem like a cold winter day. These are the ultra-hot Jupiters, a special group of exoplanets that have scientists buzzing with excitement. Why? Because they offer a unique glimpse into the wild weather patterns that can happen in space. Over 5, 800 exopla

politics

Science in the Spotlight: Brazil's Pandemic Politics

February 19, 2025

Brazil's response to the Covid-19 pandemic was anything but straightforward. In 2021, the Brazilian parliament launched a major investigation. The goal was to look into claims that President Jair Bolsonaro ignored expert advice. Worse, he was accused of actively encouraging the spread of the virus.

science

Quantum Light Show: Europe's Photon Journey

February 19, 2025

Imagine a tiny, powerful light source, smaller than a grain of sand, traveling across Europe. This isn't a scene from a sci-fi movie, but a real-life event celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in 2025. The light source is a solid-state quantum light source, which gene

science

Teeth: The Unyielding DNA Vault

February 19, 2025

Teeth are tough. They can stand up to a lot, including strong acids. This is important for forensic scientists. They often need to identify people from remains. Teeth are great for this because they hold onto DNA well. Even when exposed to harsh chemicals, teeth can still give up their DNA secrets.

science

20 Years of Innovation: A Look into the World of Materials Science

February 18, 2025

Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, is celebrating a big milestone. It's been 20 years since it started making waves in the world of materials research. The institute has been a hotbed of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what's pos

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The Young Guns of Science: 20 Years of Innovation in Ningbo

February 18, 2025

Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering is celebrating a big milestone! It's been 20 years since this place opened its doors to young scientists. This institute is part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The institute has been a launchpad for young scientists. They've been makin

sports

Wearable Tech and AI: The New Way to Boost Athlete Performance

February 17, 2025

Athletes are always looking for ways to improve their performance. Traditional methods of assessing physical fitness have been around for a long time. These methods use standardized tests that are designed for different groups of people. However, recent studies show that combining these tests with m