Columbia’s $200M deal with Trump administration sets a precedent for other universities to bend...
Brendan Cantwell, Michigan State University
Columbia University agreed on July 23, 2025, to pay a US$200 million fine to...
We tracked illegal fishing in marine protected areas – satellites and AI show most...
Jennifer Raynor, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Marine protected areas cover more than 8% of the world’s oceans today, but they...
One of the biggest microplastic pollution sources isn’t straws or grocery bags – it’s...
Boluwatife S. Olubusoye, University of Mississippi and James V Cizdziel, University of Mississippi
Every few years, the tires on...
Is ChatGPT making us stupid?
Aaron French, Kennesaw State University
Back in 2008, The Atlantic sparked controversy with a provocative cover story: Is Google...
Yellowstone has been a ‘sacred wonderland’ of spiritual power and religious activity for centuries...
Thomas S. Bremer, Rhodes College
Nearly 5 million travelers come to Wyoming to visit Yellowstone National Park each year,...
How germy is the public pool? An infectious disease expert weighs in on poop,...
Lisa Cuchara, Quinnipiac University
On hot summer days, few things are more refreshing than a dip in the pool....
2 ways cities can beat the heat: Which is best, urban trees or cool roofs?
Ian Smith, Boston University and Lucy Hutyra, Boston University
When summer turns up the heat, cities can start to...
Imaginary athletes: Creating make-believe teammates, competitors and coaches during play
Tracy Gleason, Wellesley College and Stephanie Madsen, McDaniel College
The coach, the specialized equipment, the carefully tailored exercise regimen...
