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High School Students Advance from State Science and Engineering Fair to International Competition
Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce that Pavan Subramani from Morgantown High School (Monongalia County), Iqraa Zaman from George Washington High School (Kanawha County) and the team of Jaxon Milam and Joseph Nodurft from the Linsly School (Ohio County) have advanced from the 72nd annual West Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair (WVSSEF) to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The state-level fair serves as the qualifier for the ISEF, and these four students will represent the Mountain State in Phoenix in May.To compete in the WVSSEF, students in Grades 3-12 had to win their local, county and regional science and engineering fairs. Today’s competition resulted in 48 first place winners, 53 second place winners and 46 third place winners. For the full detailed list, view the 2026 WVSSEF Official Results.The WVSSEF challenges students to think critically about the world around them, encouraging them to find answers to unsolved questions and address problems by introducing proactive solutions. Students are also provided the opportunity to present their projects to judges—industry professionals and university professors—to discuss the research findings, scientific methodologies and hypotheses involved in their work.“The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair is a highlight of every school year, as it brings some of the Mountain State's most accomplished students together as a showcase of the immense talent and potential they possess," said State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt. "These young scholars show time and time again that the future economy of West Virginia is bright. The attention to detail in every project and the passion and joy expressed by our students are truly inspiring."The WVSSEF featured 273 aspiring scientists, chemists and engineers who presented 209 projects featuring material science, animal science, plant science, physics, astronomy, engineering and more.View event photos.
Apple's new emoji has a controversial past but fans love it anyway
I guess we’ve recovered from that problematic ad...
WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran
The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday that the "black rain" falling in Iran after strikes on oil facilities could cause respiratory problems, and it backed Iran’s advisory urging people to remain indoors.
Mental health solutions for the digital age
Ask the digital natives of Gen Z about the source of their biggest mental health challenges, and most will say social media and AI.Several of the nearly 400 guests at the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit, presented by the Friends of Semel Teen Advisory Council at UCLA on March 8, explicitly named the endless stream of content on their phones as serious stressors. “Everybody is addicted to (Tik Tok) as if they were addicted to substances,” said Jantin Asmar, 17, a senior at Virtual Academy in Antelope Valley. “We’re always chasing that dopamine. We’re expecting that dopamine rush and it’s really decaying our interactions with others.” High school student Jantin Asmar was among nearly 400 people who attended the third annual Gen Z Wellness Summit. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) Even young teens feel pressure to be on social media constantly, both to consume content and collect “likes,” said 13-year-olds Chloe and Sophia, both students at Brentwood School. “Everyone’s always on, and you miss stuff if you’re not on it,” Chloe said, adding that social media’s emphasis on appearances is leading to eating disorders: “That’s a big thing for our generation.”The incessant influx of images and updates creates expectations that “weigh teenagers down,” said Linda Kou, 16, a junior at San Gabriel High School.Even though digital spaces allow people to connect with others beyond their immediate surroundings, it doesn’t always translate to real-life community, said Kelah Morgan, 17, a senior at Animo South Los Angeles Charter High School. High school students Kelah Morgan, left, and Linda Kou, shared about the challenges presented by social media. (Photo by Sandy Cohen) “Even if you see people saying that they relate to you online, it might be hard to find people in your personal life who you see every day who you feel comfortable enough to say, ‘You see me online, but this is me in real life and what I’m actually going through,’” she said.Solutions for our digital timesThe Gen Z Wellness Summit was intentionally designed as a free, in-person gathering where young people interested in mental health from across the southland could meet in person. “Peer support is the most important element of maintaining our mental health in community,” said Helena Hansen, MD, PhD, director of UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.Keynote speakers at the summit addressed AI, social connection and self-empowerment, while breakout sessions included discussions about eating disorders, dating, substance use, phone detox and breathwork. Here are some of the day’s top takeaways:Beware of FOPO: Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, a psychology professor at Columbia University, said that rather than FOMO, or fear of missing out, we ought to be more aware of FOPO: fear of people’s opinions. “Just think about how much your FOPO might be holding you back in your life,” Dr. Kaufman said. “And just that inner contemplation should be enough for you to change your life, because there’s so many things we don’t go after because we have debilitating FOPO.”We don’t need to feel like we’re the best – or what he called “narcissistic self-esteem” – but it’s helpful to acknowledge our own worth, recognize our good qualities and develop self-belief in the skills and talents we’ve cultivated. When we have that – dignity and self-respect, without needing everyone to like us – FOPO is less of a concern.Self-reflection is most effective in community: “When we try to self-reflect alone, we sometimes ruminate,” said Ira Bedzow, PhD, executive director of the Emory University Purpose Project. “But when we self-reflect with people that we trust … (it) allows us to hold ourselves accountable to different ways of seeing and different ways of hearing and different ways of being.”Opening up about our experiences and listening to others are skills we can develop, Dr. Bedzow said.He invited students to participate in what he called a “fishbowl exercise,” where four students sat in a small circle, surrounded by a dozen or so students forming a larger circle. Those in the inner circle answered such questions as: “What stops you from being you today?” and “What helps you feel most like you?”Within minutes, the group in the small circle (the fishbowl), were sharing intimately about their life challenges as those in the outer circle nodded in understanding.After the exercise, one participant said, “I felt like I wasn’t alone, that it wasn’t just me who feels that way.”Another remarked on how “personal” it felt to share face-to-face with others, even strangers.Don’t let AI crush your creativity: Theoretical neuroscientist Vivienne Ming, PhD, has been studying artificial intelligence for more than 20 years. And while she said “it’s reasonable to be concerned” about the fast-growing technology, it can also help humans become better problem-solvers when used strategically.“The smartest thing on the planet today are humans and machines working together creatively,” Dr. Ming said. “What gets more valuable in humans as machines get smarter? Our ability to explore the unknown.“Your unique voice is literally your value to the world … but most of us for most of our lives have been taught to not be unique,” she continued. “Be your own person. Celebrate being different. It is genuinely, measurably, truly valuable.”In a breakout session called “Phone Detox? IYKYK: Living Your Story IRL” led by Don Grant, PhD, students shared their frustrations with AI compromising academic work, art and creativity.“Art is a translation of human experience,” one participant said. “When people use AI, they diminish their own human experience.”Dr. Grant urged them, as “the last generation to remember a world before AI,” to remember the power of imagination and creativity – and to act on it.Remember that social media distorts perceptions: Stuart B. Murray, PhD, PsyD, who directs the Eating Disorders Program and Translational Research in Eating Disorders Program at UCLA, asked the students in his breakout session to take a spontaneous selfie and edit it to conform with society’s beauty standards. All 20 girls in the room immediately got to work, thickening their hair, slimming their faces, plumping their lips.“The pressure to look like what we present on social media can be crippling,” Dr. Murray said. “We now know that social media use is part of a causal pathway into an eating disorder.”Adolescents and young adults are most at risk of developing an eating disorder, he said, with one in three students on college campuses exhibiting clinically meaningful eating-disorder symptoms. More than 4 million people in California will have an eating disorder in their lifetime.Even for those who don’t develop anorexia or bulimia, the ubiquity of modified images online distorts what we consider normal, making us feel worse about ourselves. Remembering that, he and other speakers said, might inspire us to log off occasionally and spend time in the real world with people who love us as we are.
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month: free, confidential support available statewide | Health and Human Services North Dakota
Gov. Kelly Armstrong has officially proclaimed March 2026 as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in North Dakota. March is also recognized nationally as a time dedicated to raising awareness about gambling-related harm and connecting individuals and families with support. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages everyone to learn the warning signs of problem gambling and to reach out for help when needed.
LSA needs to scrap its natural science requirement
To meet LSA’s natural science requirement, most students select two of these courses and exert the minimum effort needed to acquire an A — which could be a problem because most feel they’re learning next to nothing. LSA’s natural science course requirement forces students to take classes they lack interest in and fails to achieve any meaningful development of natural science skills or knowledge. It should be scrapped.
How Profits Took Over American Politics
President Trump's family has profited from his time in office. But the problem of money in politics bigger than him.
Report outlines premature deaths, chronic health problems among homeless Illinoisans
A volunteer with Street Samaritans hands out a care package to a person camping underneath a bridge in November in the Chicago area. (Medill Illinois News Bureau by Jacques Abou-Rizk)
The “Last Mile” Problem Slowing AI Transformation
Few companies have been able to fundamentally change their operating and business models around AI. The primary obstacle to progress is rarely model quality or data availability, but rather the “last mile” of transformation where technical capability must meet organizational design. There are seven frictions that contribute to this problem: proliferation of pilots, the productivity gap, process debt, the identity problem of tribal knowledge, agentic governance, architectural complexity, and the efficiency trap. To overcome these, companies need to focus on clean-sheet process redesign, strategically capturing knowledge, and managing their new digital workforce.
Women’s sports are ‘at risk’ due to growing deficits. Here’s how the University of Utah plans to solve the problem.
Facing mounting deficits, the U. believes private equity is the best way to ensure the future of women’s sports at the university.
Neel: Politics has become a product
Once, politics was about ideas, debate and action. Today, it increasingly feels like a marketplace. Candidates, causes and even movements are packaged, marketed and sold like consumer goods. Everything from slogans to social media posts is designed less to solve problems than to capture attention, gain followers and generate revenue. The thingification of politics, the...
Dulio: If faith calls for reflection, politics should too
There are often calls to “lower the temperature.” Real change is impossible until both our leaders and our neighbors accept that their side is part of the problem.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra shows camera improvements compared to S25 Ultra, can't catch up to Apple iPhone 17 Pro
On paper, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has only received a few camera upgrades. An initial comparison by DxOMark now shows that Samsung was able to drastically improve the image quality in certain scenarios, but the camera system of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is not completely free of problems.
Teens are sleeping less than ever and screens aren't primarily to blame
Nearly a quarter of teens sleep 5 hours or less per night and the majority sleep less than 8 hours. The problem is pervasive and technology doesn't seem to be the main culprit, according to a new report.
Space Force Makes the Obvious Choice, Halts Rocket Launches at Boeing's and Lockheed's Space Business
Boeing and Lockheed investors can't count on revenue contributions from ULA for awhile. How big a problem is that?
Satellites are exposing weak bridges in America and around the world
Satellites are giving scientists a powerful new way to watch over the world’s bridges. Using radar imaging, researchers can detect millimeter-scale movements that may signal early structural problems long before inspectors notice them. The study found many bridges—especially in North America—are aging and increasingly vulnerable, but satellite monitoring could sharply reduce the number classified as high-risk. The approach could be especially valuable in regions where traditional monitoring barely exists.
Satellites are exposing weak bridges in America and around the world
Satellites are giving scientists a powerful new way to watch over the world’s bridges. Using radar imaging, researchers can detect millimeter-scale movements that may signal early structural problems long before inspectors notice them. The study found many bridges—especially in North America—are aging and increasingly vulnerable, but satellite monitoring could sharply reduce the number classified as high-risk. The approach could be especially valuable in regions where traditional monitoring barely exists.
The Game Business Is Bigger Than Ever. So Why Are So Many Having Problems?
The game industry is generating more revenue than ever, but most of the industry is struggling, as fans focus on Roblox and a few other franchises, two new reports detail
Trump plans executive order to address college sports issues
President Donald Trump on Friday said he would write an executive order within a week that would "solve all of the problems" brought forth in an unprecedented meeting at the White House to address the future of college sports.
Trump: soaring college football costs are hitting sports, Congress must act
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said the soaring cost of paying for football at colleges was harming school sports in general and the problem would need to be addressed by legislation, adding he might sign an executive order about it.
March 6, 2026
Astronomer and Queen guitarist Brian May teams up with astrophysicist Derek Ward-Thompson to bring the cosmos to 3D. Plus, Frances Arnold’s game-changing technique of “directed evolution” creates enzymes with unusual capabilities. And, how did we come to think of society's toughest problems as something for individuals to manage rather than governments to regulate?
Fixing Society's Toughest Problems? ‘It’s On You’ | Science Friday
Ever heard an alcohol ad that tells you to “please drink responsibly”? Or a gambling ad that warns, "when the fun stops, stop”? Or been urged to reduce your carbon footprint? The ...
Algae is a 'little vacuum' for microplastics. Midwest scientists think it could clean up the problem
Tiny shards of plastic called microplastics are all over the environment and even inside human bodies. Researchers have found a type of bioengineered algae that can clean up these pesky particles.
California’s Problematic Attempt To Add Age-Verification To Software
Last year California’s Digital Age Assurance Act (AB 1043) was signed into law, requiring among other things that operating system providers implement an API for age verification purposes. Wi…
Amazon down for tens of thousands of users in apparent outage
Shoppers are reporting Amazon on Downdetector, saying the problems ranged from checkout and payment failures to incorrect or fluctuating prices.
Noem’s ouster comes as Trump’s Cabinet keeps causing him problems
Donald Trump’s unorthodox Cabinet spent the last 13-plus months testing the wisdom of a president prioritizing loyalty over experience.
No NIL, no transfers, no problem: How Navy has put together its best season since David Robinson
The Midshipmen came one game away from the NCAA Tournament last year; they're back with a vengeance this season.
Six federal scientists run out by Trump talk about the work left undone
Federal data shows the NIH lost about 4,400 people — more than 20% of its workforce. Scientists say the departures harm the U.S.’ ability to respond to disease outbreaks, develop treatments for chronic illnesses, and confront the nation’s most pressing public health problems.
After tariffs and inflation, small businesses face another problem: higher gas prices
John Andrews, a South Carolina-based chef who runs a meal delivery service, estimates he drives over 100 miles every week to deliver fresh home-cooked meals to his clients.
After sewage spill, Potomac's trust problem hits businesses
After the sewage spill, businesses say public perception — not water testing — is their biggest hurdle.
Erectile dysfunction can signal heart disease in otherwise healthy men
Erectile dysfunction can indicate heart disease years before cardiovascular issues arise. In fact, most heart problems don’t even start in the heart itself.
Seymour Studios goes live with new community science podcast
The Seymour Marine Discovery Center launched a new podcast Tuesday to connect Santa Cruz County’s scientists, problem-solvers and community members. While the new show spotlights local environmental success stories, the studio itself offers an inclusive space for anyone in the community to record and share their message, conservation-focused or not.
'Collective hum' of black holes could mend our broken understanding of the universe, physicists say
Ripples in the fabric of space-time called gravitational waves may be the key to solving the Hubble tension — one of the biggest nagging problems in physics.
Newcastle are 'underwhelming' but is Woltemade a problem?
Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade has struggled to find form in recent months, scoring just once in his past 19 appearances, and it has led to a lot of criticism of the summer signing by fans and media pundits. BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club's panel of former Premier League defender Nedum Onuoha and Observer football correspondent Rory Smith discussed how how proportionate the blame is on Woltemade in a disappointing league campaign for the Magpies so far. "When I saw him in Germany, everyone was talking about how he's not a traditional number nine because he's massive but not great in the air," said Onuoha.
Western Montana U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke said he won’t seek reelection citing health problems
Dr. Al Olszewski said he plans to run as a Republican in the Western District
Warren Buffett reveals ‘the big problem’ with Donald Trump’s businesses. What to learn from the president’s mistake
Those who don't learn from their real estate blunders are doomed to repeat them.
Tackling the Political Disconnect: How to Engage People Who Feel Shut Out of the Political System
"People want to believe that politics can meaningfully improve their lives – so they need to see clear connections between the real problems they are facing and the solutions offered by politics and policy," says sociologist Daniel Laurison '99.
A priest helped her see her drinking problem. Talks with Jesus kept her sober. She’s not the only one
New research suggests that kind of connection may help others, too. A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in February found that a person’s spiritual belief or a steady religious practice had a protective effect from addiction.
BGSU poll shows Americans concerned with state of politics but optimistic
Most Americans still believe in the principles set forth by the Founding Fathers, but those same people also say there are significant problems in American ...
MGM Resorts Highlights Responsible Gaming Push And Sports Ties For Investors
MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) and BetMGM announced a $1 million commitment to responsible gaming, including a three year research project into sports wagering impacts and expanded safeguards across their platforms. The initiative was launched during Problem Gambling Awareness Month, aligning product changes and research funding with a period of heightened focus on gambling related risks. MGM Resorts is also set to co host "She Got Game" in Las Vegas, an event honoring U.S. women’s...
Can Daylight Saving lead to health problems?
On March 8, many of us will turn the clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time. It may not seem like a big change, but losing an hour of sleep can take a real toll on our bodies.
Waitlists, gaps in care and escalating crises: Advocates say CT lacking adequate child mental health care
The need for more mental health providers is a systemic problem and therefore the legislature and DCF must find a way to increase meaningful supports for children, advocates and lawyers say.
Q&A: How can microbiome science solve problems in agriculture?
Decades of research has shown promise for using microbiome science to solve several problems facing agriculture, but these findings have not yet been translated to practical recommendations for growers, ...
Forever Chemicals May Not Be So “Forever” After All, Scientists Say - Futura-Sciences
Known as PFAS – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – these synthetic molecules have been used since the 1940s for their water-resistant and greaseproof properties. They can be found in clothing, upholstered furniture, nonstick pans, food packaging, and even firefighting foams. The problem? Their carbon-fluorine bond is so stable that it...
Opinion | Mental health care can't replace the gun bills we don't pass
"The Republican proposals — crisis hotlines, treatment beds, mobile crisis units," Edward F. Kouneski writes, "Every one of them responds to a problem that has already emerged."
NU president to participate in Trump's college sports roundtable
University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold is among a group of roughly three dozen people who will meet with President Donald Trump next week as part of a roundtable aimed at fixing perceived problems in college sports.
Common nighttime noise exposure may trigger heart problems, study suggests
European study of 272,000 adults finds nighttime traffic noise above 50 dB linked to higher cholesterol and increased heart disease risk. Researcher Yiyan He discusses.
Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue
Ford recalls 4.3 million vehicles over a software problem that could cause trailer brake failure and a loss of exterior lights when towing.
How to turn your side hustle into a business
Gig work can boost your income, but it can also create new money problems if you’re not planning ahead. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares how to treat your side hustle like a business and make it work for you.
Green hydrogen has a hidden problem and scientists may have fixed it
Green hydrogen could be a game-changer for the clean energy transition—but right now, it’s too expensive and still relies on harmful “forever chemicals.” A new EU-backed project called SUPREME aims to fix that by reinventing how hydrogen is made. Led by the University of Southern Denmark with partners across Europe, researchers are developing a PFAS-free electrolysis system that slashes the use of rare metals like iridium and dramatically cuts costs.
The more you fear aging, the faster your body may age
Worrying about getting older—especially fearing future health problems—may actually speed up aging at the cellular level, according to new research from NYU. In a study of more than 700 women, those who felt more anxious about aging showed signs of faster biological aging in their blood, measured using cutting-edge “epigenetic clocks.” Fears about declining health had the strongest link, while concerns about beauty or fertility didn’t appear to have the same biological impact.
Fixing her gut health helped reduce bloating and boost energy
Throughout her 20s, a woman struggled with bloating, indigestion, and skin problems. She revised her diet for better gut health and energy.
Ancient Killer Is Rapidly Gaining Resistance to Antibiotics, Scientists Warn
This is a global problem.
Potter Center concert cancelled due to performer’s health concerns
Jackson College has cancelled a scheduled rock concert at the Potter Center after one of the featured performers encountered health problems.
WATCH: Surgeon General nominee Means says health problems reflect nation with a 'broken heart,' 'society losing its mind'
Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer allied with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., says she wants to address the root causes of chronic disease if chosen as the nation’s doctor.
5 takeaways from Trump's State of the Union address
President Trump hit familiar notes on immigration and culture in his speech Tuesday night, but he largely underplayed the economic problems that voters say they are most concerned about.
Q&A: How can microbiome science solve problems in agriculture?
Microbiome — referring to the community of microorganisms inhabiting a specific organism — science may help solve problems facing agriculture, but prior research findings have not yet been translated to practical recommendations for growers, according to a team of scientists in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences that has offered some ways to accelerate the transition.
68% of Americans Say Trump Has the Wrong Priorities
As Mr. Trump prepares for his State of the Union address, polls show that most Americans say he isn’t paying enough attention to the country’s biggest problems.
SRU hosts high school science competition and career fair
Empowering the next generation of problem-solvers and leaders, Slippery Rock University welcomed nearly 300 area high school students…
Meta's Addiction Trial Could Predict Problems for Sports Gambling
If social media is found to be addictive in a way that violates the law, will the same finding be made with sports betting? Sportico investigates.
The Nothing Phone 4a fixes my two biggest problems with the Nothing Phone 3
It might not look as unique, but I think Nothing's Phone 4a will be much more pocketable than its premium predecessor.
New ‘Acme Weather’ app from Dark Sky creators wants to fix weather apps’ biggest problem
The team behind Dark Sky is back with a new weather app for iPhone called “Acme Weather.” One of the...
Sports betting drives jump in calls to Florida problem gambling helpline
Calls over online gambling have increased by 138% since 2023.
Call for Jersey politicians to prioritise future generations
Deputy says some current policy decisions are stacking up problems for the future.
Major sewage issue at Steinbrenner Field impacts Yankees spring game
Broken sewer lines caused a big problem during Saturday's exhibition home opener, including damage to the Yankees' clubhouse.
Can the Vikings Finally Have a Strong Offensive Line?
It’s been a problem for so long, but it was supposed to get fixed in 2025. With two good tackles […]
Does Nigel Farage have a problem with women?
Critics say Reform leader’s patronising rhetoric is part of worrying trend. He says scrutiny is a two way street.
Salt Lake City revisits business nuisance ordinance following significant adjustments
Utah's capital city is revisiting a proposed ordinance that seeks to tackle issues with problem businesses, but with significant changes after the initial effort ran into complaints.
Nissan recalls over 640,000 vehicles for engine and gear issues
Nissan issued two recalls for its Rogue sport utility vehicle, one due to engine problems and the other because of broken throttle body gears.
Climate Physicists Face the Ghosts in Their Machines: Clouds
The planet is getting hotter, but one factor in particular makes it hard to tell just how hot it will get. Physicists and computer scientists are racing to solve the problem of clouds.
Review | ‘Everybody Loses’ tallies the steep costs of sports gambling
Danny Funt’s book makes clear that addiction is just one of many problems in the new age of legalized betting
Science Democrats Concerned Over Reports of Problematic NIST Policy for Foreign Researchers
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
McTominay opens up about recent injury and future at Napoli
Napoli star Scott McTominay sees himself at the club for ‘a very long time’ but admits he must ‘manage’ a tendon problem that forced him to miss the last two games.Napoli and Scotland star McT...
COLUMN: Eligibility problems are coming to an end
Sports headlines are across the map, with the biggest storyline being the ongoing battle between the NCAA and its athletes. There have been several cases of athletes suing for eligibility. With cases like Montana linebacker, Solomon Tuliaupupu and Alabama’s Charles Bediako.
Scientists Grew Mini Brains, Then Trained Them to Solve an Engineering Problem
A step toward studying how disease changes the brain’s ability to learn.
McCord: Run Huntington Beach Like a Service Business
Run Huntington Beach like a service business—not a political stage. Demand accounting on the 25-year Pacific Airshow deal, stop “balanced” budgets that rely on reserve raids and one-time patches, and tackle deferred maintenance and real hazard risks. November 2026: vote for competence, not drama.
Can Sporty & Rich’s Emily Oberg Break the Founder-CEO Curse?
Oberg stepped into the top job at her startup last August. In an exclusive interview with The Business of Fashion, she explained how she plans to scale her business while sidestepping the “founder’s ego” problem that has doomed many emerging brands.
Doctors emphasize early heart‑health habits as key to preventing future disease
Tackling risk factors in our younger years can prevent future heart problems in adulthood.
McLaren Health starts using AI to detect risk for heart disease
"This is a very important way of finding the disease before it causes any problems for the patient long-term or short-term," a McLaren doctor said.
Tyra Banks Needs To Be Held Accountable. She’s Also The Perfect Scapegoat
We let Tyra Banks off too easy for the harm America's Next Top Model caused. Now, the same problematic beauty standards she perpetuated are back.
Franz Wagner injury: Magic star out indefinitely with ankle issue
One of the Magic's best players is going to miss at least three more weeks with an issue that's been a problem all year
21 Movies And TV Shows That Just Got Harder To Defend Over Time Because They Were THAT Problematic
I wish I could unread some of these.
Five Berkeley Lab Scientists Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Five scientists from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have received Early Career Research Program (ECRP) awards from the Department of Energy. The ECRP program, now in its 16th year, was established to bolster the nation’s scientific workforce by supporting exceptional researchers at the outset of their careers, when many scientists do their most formative work. Recipients use the funding to pursue projects that have the potential to solve scientific challenges and advance the country’s STEM capabilities. To be eligible for the program, a researcher must be an untenured, tenure-track assistant or associate professor at a U.S. academic institution, or a full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility, who is within 10 years of having earned their doctorate. Awards to an institution of higher education will be approximately $875,000 over five years, and awards to a DOE national laboratory or Office of Science user facility will be approximately $2,750,000 over five years. This year’s Berkeley Lab awardees and their projects are listed below: Timon Heim: Better detectors for more powerful particle colliders Timon Heim is a staff scientist in the Physics Division. His ECRP project will develop a new type of detector that can track the particles generated by collisions in particle colliders with high spatial and temporal resolution. Current detectors in use at high-energy colliders, like the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN, can track the trajectory and measure momentum of particles, but they can’t track a particle’s time of arrival with sufficient precision to discern from which of the many particle interactions they originate. Heim’s proposed technology — called a 4D tracking detector, because it captures data about particles’ positions in space and time — aims to solve this challenge, allowing researchers to glean more precise data from collision experiments to uncover new insights into fundamental forces and potentially discover new particles. The enhanced capabilities of 4D detectors will be a necessity for experiments at future colliders, such as the Muon Collider or Future Circular Collider. The project will develop custom microelectronics that process the signal of a pixelated silicon sensor that can register charged particles passing through it in an extreme radiation environment that these colliders produce during operation. The goal is to measure individual particles’ position with 50-micro-meter spatial and 50 pico-second (one trillionth of a second) temporal precision, for an incoming flux of around 1 billion particles per second per square centimeter. Harrison Lisabeth: Studying underground processes to unleash abundant energy Harrison Lisabeth is a research scientist in the Energy Geoscience Division focused on combining real-world experiments and AI to guide development of geothermal energy systems. His project will explore how deep underground rock formations – where geothermal wells are dug – are stressed by chemical reactions of the minerals and mechanical strain from movements in the Earth. A better understanding of subsurface stresses is essential to engineer safe and reliable geothermal wells that access the heat of deep rocks to produce electricity. It is estimated that the U.S. could generate ten times the amount of energy needed to power the grid using geothermal sources. Lisabeth plans to simulate how minerals grow, dissolve, and influence the behavior of surrounding rock in geothermal reservoirs by tracking chemical changes in rock samples under pressure in the lab. The project will also develop machine learning models to predict geologic strain based on field measurements and refine existing models that describe how common rock types deform under stress. Combining these approaches, Lisabeth hopes to develop a framework to predict stress to improve stability and longevity of geothermal wells. Daniel Carney: Pushing the quantum boundaries of particle measurement Daniel Carney is a staff scientist in the Physics Division who uses quantum information science to study particle physics and gravity. At very small scales, “quantum noise” — random fluctuations from the act of measurement — can drown out faint signals from rare processes. Carney’s ECRP project, “Fundamental Physics at the Quantum Limits of Measurement,” aims to build a new mechanical quantum sensor that can measure extremely small particle interactions below the limits of that quantum noise. The approach uses lasers to hold a tiny bead containing radioactive atoms; when one decays, the system measures the bead’s motion and the energy of any particles emitted. The experiment’s initial goal is to search for heavy sterile neutrinos, hypothetical particles predicted by some extensions of the Standard Model. The system could also help measure the mass of the neutrino, study the way particles interact through the electromagnetic and weak forces, and hunt for low-mass dark matter — all unsolved mysteries in particle physics. Callum Wilkinson: Using machine learning to demystify neutrinos Callum Wilkinson is a staff scientist in the Physics Division and part of the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) hosted by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. DUNE will create an intense beam of neutrinos that interact in detectors in Illinois and, after an 800-mile journey through the earth, in massive detectors in South Dakota. By precisely measuring neutrinos and how they change, researchers will get a better understanding of their fundamental properties and whether they are responsible for why there is so much more matter than antimatter in our universe. Wilkinson’s ECRP project will apply two machine learning techniques to improve the analysis of DUNE’s data and enhance the experiment’s precision. One approach will look for hidden patterns in how neutrinos interact and produce low-energy particles, while the other will help correct for distortions in what the detectors record. The methods will be tested on one of DUNE’s prototype detectors and could be used in other neutrino experiments, improving their measurements and helping scientists build better models. Aditi Krishnapriyan: Machine learning methods that scale as datasets grow Aditi Krishnapriyan is a faculty scientist in Berkeley Lab’s Applied Mathematics and Computational Research Division (AMCR) and assistant professor at UC Berkeley. Her project, awarded through UC Berkeley, will develop machine learning methods that scale with dataset size for modeling complex, multi-scale phenomena. The resulting tools can be applied in a wide range of research, including the study of new electrolytes for batteries or the examination of molecular interactions. ### Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) is committed to groundbreaking research focused on discovery science and solutions for abundant and reliable energy supplies. The lab’s expertise spans materials, chemistry, physics, biology, earth and environmental science, mathematics, and computing. Researchers from around the world rely on the lab’s world-class scientific facilities for their own pioneering research. Founded in 1931 on the belief that the biggest problems are best addressed by teams, Berkeley Lab and its scientists have been recognized with 17 Nobel Prizes. 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