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Philippe Aghion, the Kurt Bjorklund Chaired Professor in Innovation and Growth at INSEAD, has been awarded the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences, also known as the Nobel Prize in Economics, together with Professors Peter Howitt of Brown University and Joel Mokyr of Northwestern University. The Royal Swedish Academy of
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In a breakthrough discovery, a team of paleontologists, including Professor Paul C. Sereno of the University of Chicago, has successfully excavated and analyzed fossilized remains of dinosaurs, known as "mummies," which have provided a unique glimpse into the appearance of these ancient creatures when they were alive. The
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A farewell ceremony was held in Beijing to pay final respects to Yang Zhenning, a renowned physicist, Nobel laureate, and professor at Tsinghua University. The ceremony, attended by family members, friends, and academic representatives, marked the passing of the 104-year-old scientist who made significant contributions to 20th-century physics with his
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Russian Government Resolution No. 2464 provided the framework for the training events held by the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. The university's Department of Technosphere Safety organized the classes as part of their commitment to providing first aid training to instructors. The event saw
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Lidia Zur Muhlen As technology journalist Karen Hao discussed her latest book, "Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI," at the University's Digital Technology for Democracy Lab, she posed a critical question: what are the long-term implications of the rapid expansion
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In a breakthrough discovery, a team of paleontologists, including Professor Paul C. Sereno of the University of Chicago, has successfully excavated and analyzed fossilized remains of dinosaurs, known as "mummies," which have provided a unique glimpse into the appearance of these ancient creatures when they were alive. The
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The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP), the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), and New America recently submitted comments to the Senate HELP Committee, urging Congress to pass the College Transparency Act (CTA). This bipartisan legislation aims to strengthen postsecondary data systems by creating a student-level data network
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Coral reefs in Florida's lower Keys and Dry Tortugas were thriving in June 2023, but a marine heat wave less than three weeks later caused widespread bleaching and death among transplanted corals. The bleaching was so severe that it led to a global mass bleaching event, with temperatures
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A review of over 58 studies suggests that gluten sensitivity in most people is not caused by the protein itself, but rather by other factors such as fermentable carbohydrates (FODMAPs) or psychological explanations. Studies have shown that people who believe they are gluten sensitive often react equally or more strongly
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Virginia Tech's Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering has reached a new milestone with the opening of its new space, solidifying the university's position as a leader in quantum research. The center, directed by physicist Sophia Economou, brings together a team of experts from various
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The University of Miami is leveraging virtual and augmented reality tools to provide students with a cutting-edge learning experience. Faculty members like Daniel Serravite, a kinesiology lecturer, are integrating VR and AR tools into their classes, enhancing student engagement and retention. Students can now visualize complex anatomy and physiology concepts
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Coral reefs in Florida's lower Keys and Dry Tortugas were thriving in June 2023, but a marine heat wave less than three weeks later caused widespread bleaching and death among transplanted corals. The bleaching was so severe that it led to a global mass bleaching event, with temperatures
