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liz

Boosting Model Generalization with DoGE

December 14, 2024

Ever wondered how the data used to train large language models (LLMs) affects their ability to understand new information? Turns out, it's a big deal! The variety and mix of this data can make or break an LLM's performance. Currently, many LLMs rely on guesswork and trial and error to tweak how much

education

City Beautification: Does It Boost Urban Fairness?

December 13, 2024

Ever wondered if making cities look nice and civilized actually helps everyone in the city? A recent study looked into this using China's "National Civilized City" program as a test case. They checked out 272 cities from 2003 to 2020 and found some interesting stuff. First off, making cities civili

health

Diabetes and Kidney Troubles: A Team Effort

December 13, 2024

Diabetes can cause big problems for the kidneys, but with early action and teamwork, those issues can be managed. Doctors from three important health groups in Macedonia came together to write a guide on how to spot and handle diabetic kidney disease (DKD). They want healthcare pros to focus on catc

health

Boosting Enzyme Efficiency with ZIF-90 for Better Glucose Detection

December 10, 2024

In the world of biosensing, enzymes often struggle with stability and efficiency. They can easily break down, and the substances they work on may decompose before the job is done. Scientists have found a clever way to fix this by trapping two essential enzymes, glucose oxidase and horseradish peroxi

weather

Snowstorms Hit 13 States: Up to 10 Inches Expected

December 10, 2024

Get ready, folks! A massive snowstorm is sweeping across 13 states in the U. S. , with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing warnings and advisories. This isn’t your average snowfall; some areas could see up to 10 inches! The storm is causing travel headaches, with roads becoming dangerously sl

education

Peer Bullies and Mental Health: A School Case Study

December 9, 2024

Bullying among teens, often called peer victimization, is a serious issue that can affect their mental health and social life. Researchers wanted to know how being bullied at one point in time might connect to mental health issues and friendships a few months later. They studied 1299 teens from 67 c

health

How Body Fat Affects Fertility, Even at a Normal Weight

December 7, 2024

Most people think that being at a normal weight means they're healthy. But there's a sneaky condition called normal-weight obesity (NWO) that can trick you. With NWO, your body mass index (BMI) looks fine, but you've got a high body fat percentage. This can mess with your fertility in a big way. Sc

politics

Keir Starmer's Key Focus Areas for the Upcoming Election

December 5, 2024

Keir Starmer has set his sights on six essential areas he believes need immediate attention before the next election. These areas include healthcare, housing, education, policing, net-zero goals, and the economy. His team wants to make it clear that this isn't a radical overhaul, even though his app

environment

Birds in a Fragmented World: How Island Sizes Matter in a Warming Climate

December 5, 2024

Imagine you're on an island, and the climate is getting warmer. Over time, certain birds might move in or out, shifting the bird community. Now, consider that the same island could be big or small, or close to others. Researchers found that on smaller or more isolated islands, warm-loving birds move

health

Israel's Take on Hospital Care at Home

December 2, 2024

Imagine having hospital-quality care right in your living room. That's what Hospital at Home (HaH) offers, and it's been gaining attention in Israel, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. The Dead Sea Health Policy Conference in 2022 took a close look at how Israelis and their doctors feel about H