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The Future is Here: How Decision Sciences is Changing with Big Data and AI

March 1, 2025

Imagine trying to make a big decision with lots of moving parts and uncertainty. That's where decision sciences (DSC) comes in. It's all about studying complex systems to help us make smart choices. Over the past 25 years, the way we teach and study DSC has changed a lot. DSC used to focus

health

How COVID-19 Changed Health Care for Kids with Big Medical Needs

February 28, 2025

Kids with complex medical needs faced a big shake-up in their healthcare routines during the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study dug into this by looking back at medical records. The big takeaway? The way these kids got healthcare changed a lot. First off, the number of times these kids visit

entertainment

Justin Timberlake's Flu Fiasco: Concert Cancelled at Last Minute

February 28, 2025

Fans of Justin Timberlake in Columbus, Ohio, were left disappointed when his concert was unexpectedly called off. The pop star was all set to perform at Nationwide Arena, but a sudden bout of flu changed everything. The news broke just 10 minutes before the show was supposed to start. Fans were eag

health

The Magic of Chitosan: A Superhero for Wound Care

February 28, 2025

Wound care has come a long way. Now, there are fancy dressings that help wounds heal faster and better. These dressings do a lot of things. They clean up dead tissue, soak up extra fluid, and keep germs out. But finding one dressing that does it all for every stage of healing is tough. There are fou

science

Unveiling the Power of 2D Materials in Electronics

February 27, 2025

A new method has been developed to understand how 2D materials work in electronic devices. These materials, known as transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs), are becoming very popular in optoelectronics. The challenge is to see how their structure affects their electrical performance. The key is to

education

How Friendships and Feelings Drive Learning

February 27, 2025

Ever wondered why kids pick up new hobbies or change their minds about school subjects? It's not just about what they learn in class. Friendships play a huge role in shaping what students find interesting. Kids often change their learning interests to fit in with their friends. This isn't a one-way

health

The Surprising Benefits of Milk Sugar

February 27, 2025

Lactose, or milk sugar, is more than just a quick energy boost. It plays a big role in our bodies, helping with calcium absorption, which is crucial for strong bones and teeth. Unlike some sugars, lactose is low in cariogenicity, meaning it doesn't cause tooth decay as easily. This makes it a better

health

How Your Circle Can Boost Your Fitness

February 27, 2025

Ever thought about why some folks are always on the move while others find it hard to get started? The secret might be hiding in plain sight—your friends and neighbors. Social connections, or social capital, can be a big deal when it comes to how active you are. Think about it. You've got different

finance

Home Buying Blues: Why January's Sales Dropped

February 27, 2025

The housing market faced a tough start in January. Sales of previously owned homes dropped by 4. 9% from December. This means fewer people were buying homes than the month before. The main reasons? High mortgage rates and rising prices. Even though there were more homes available, many people couldn

science

Green Solvents: The Future of Food Safety

February 27, 2025

Food safety is a big deal. It's under threat from pollutants in the environment and from human activities. But there's a new hero in town: deep eutectic solvents, or DESs. These aren't your average solvents. They're green, efficient, and great at detecting tiny amounts of pollutants in food. DESs