Articles

The Secret of a Mother's Hug
(Human Body)

A mother's hug is the warmest place to hide; in their mother's arms, a child feel safe, sound, and energetic. Is there a physical explanation?


Animals, too, have Sentiments!
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

"We have known for a long time, but scientists have just recently acknowledged that animals other than humans have emotions."—Paul Ekman.

Mathematics Will Save Planet Earth
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Mathematics is much more than a set of problems we need to solve, it is one of the pillars on which the universe and all sciences are based.


How to Step Away from the Screen and Stop Doomscrolling
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Staying away from social media can sound easier said than done, but one can take small steps to reduce doomscrolling and its risky consequences.

Women Scientists in History
(Inventions and Innovations)

Women have a crucial role in maintaining life; they have undeniably and consistently contributed grealty to the development of civilization.

A Grain of Sand
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

Pearls form inside shells as part of a defense mechanism when foreign bodies make their way into their fragile inner part; let's read their story.

Technology and the Gender Gap
(Education, Business, and Society)

Gender inequality does not only affect females; when half the population is denied their full potential; the world, as a whole, is at great disadvantage.


Milestone Nobel Prizes in Chemistry: Ahmed Zewail and Femtochemistry
(Inventions and Innovations)

On this day, renowned chemist Ahmed Zewail was born; an extraordinary scientist who cared about the world and made contribution to society.


Machine Translation: History, Concerns, and Prospects
(Computers and Information Technology)

While latest MT technologies can provide valuable assistance to translators, many fear it would replace human translators entirely.


Sustainability Science: Towards A Sustainable World
(Education, Business, and Society)

The Earth is our home, and we need to act on reversing the damage we have done; it is no longer a problem to occur, it is right around the corner!


Violent Media Effects on Viewers and Its Future Impact
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Imagine a child watching a cartoon on television, depicting a bloody battle; what can we expect this child to do to solve their problems?


Communication through the Ages
(Inventions and Innovations)

Communication in the past was never easy. Today, we communicate easily with people around the globe, and access information whenever needed.


The Magnificent Marie Curie
(Inventions and Innovations)

The name Marie Curie is synonymous with greatness, for the scientific discoveries she made, and the exemplary way she led her life.


Intensive Farming
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Intensive farming is an agricultural intensification and mechanization system that aims to maximize yields from available land.


Ulcers: Undercover Enemy
(Health and Diseases)

We try to raise awareness of oral ulcers and importance of examination and treatment if turned cancerous, and maintaining oral health.


My Children are Leaving (Short Story)
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

Environment said, "My children intend to leave." Climate, Air, Soil and Water exclaimed, "Who is leaving?", while Creatures remained silent.



Movie Review: The Social Dilemma
(Science in Arts and Culture)

The Social Dilemma is a two-time Emmy-winning Netflix docudrama about the damaging societal impact of social media.

How to Break Bad News to Your Child?
(Education, Business, and Society)

We go through difficult events in our lives and some circumstances force us to tell our children about them; what is the best way to do so? 

The Neutrino: A Medium between the Space and Us
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Over the past decades, scientists have discovered particles and waves that come from space, which have helped better understand the universe.


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