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Jacqueline Gottlieb, a #neuroscience professor at Columbia University, explores curiosity as a powerful yet underappreciated driver of human behavior. Known for her work on cognition and decision-making, Dr. Gottlieb reveals that #curiosity is more than just a desire to learn it’s a complex process where the brain assesses uncertainty and prioritizes information. Her research shows that curiosity doesn’t fit neatly into traditional neuroscience categories, as it bridges both cognitive and motivational systems, shaping what we focus on and why. This drive to seek knowledge, observed in both humans and animals, underscores how deeply curiosity is embedded in our behavior. “Curiosity with a Capital 'C'” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Jacqueline Gottlieb. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/4fjD8pD Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3CfgXT4

Animals That Can Cheat Death #Nature is teeming with real-life examples of astonishing survival and even eternal youth: the #jellyfish that resets its life cycle, the salamander that spends its entire life in a larval state, the newt that regenerates parts of its eyes. Some organisms bend the rules of life, reminding us that #scientific truth can be stranger than #supernatural legend. Université de Montréal #Halloween #zombies #organisms #nature #LifeCycle https://lnkd.in/g_rmzJ2g

Dr. Neil Johnson, a #physics professor at The George Washington University studies how #hate spreads online. He’s found that smaller, less-known platforms link hate groups across the #internet, even reaching larger sites during major events like elections. His research is helping #tech companies and policymakers use #AI to block and reduce hate online, making the internet safer for all. “Hate Groups After Elections” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Neil Johnson. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/4fCCm78 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4fAIKvn

Dr. Nathan Johnson, a systems engineering professor at Arizona State University and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Dr. Johnson shares his vision for a #sustainable #energy future. He talks about his work on #renewable energy projects and his team’s unique six-step approach to tackling energy challenges. Discover groundbreaking initiatives aimed at electrifying off-grid communities in Madagascar, Malawi, and Fiji, and learn about the potential of small modular #nuclear reactors to meet growing energy needs. Dr. Johnson talks about the importance of collaboration among #technology, #business, and policy to unlock new opportunities in the energy sector. Whether you’re an energy enthusiast or just curious about sustainable #power, this episode will inspire you to think critically about our energy landscape. “What is Renewable Energy Missing” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Nathan Johnson. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3CicsXC Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3CidrqM

NIH #Director Monica M. Bertagnolli Honored with NIAF #Leonardo da Vinci #Award in Health and #Science https://lnkd.in/g28r5wwr Monica Bertagnolli Sbarro Health Research Organization Temple University Temple University College of Science and Technology Antonio Giordano

Dr. Susan Kelly-Weeder, Dean of the School of Nursing at The George Washington University. Dr. Kelly-Weeder shares her in-depth research into high-risk #health behaviors among #college students, focusing on the co-occurrence of binge drinking and disordered eating. With years of #experience as a family nurse practitioner in college health, Dr. Kelly-Weeder explores how these #behaviors impact both short-term and long-term health, the role of #mental health, and cultural influences on alcohol consumption. “College Students Should Consider This When Drinking” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Susan Kelly-Weeder. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3BXBc7H Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4fiCFDF

New AI Tool Predicts Protein-Protein Interaction Mutations in Hundreds of Diseases Tool predicts how one #DNA mutation influences human protein-protein interactome, supporting disease diagnosis and drug discovery using innovative #AI technologies. Cleveland Clinic https://lnkd.in/gR6_6cBm

Dr. Olivier Loudig from the Center for Discovery Innovation, shares his groundbreaking research in non-invasive cancer detection! With the rise in awareness of airborne pathogens due to COVID-19, Dr. Loudig explores the intriguing health clues hidden in our breath. He’s on a mission to identify early biomarkers for diseases like lung cancer by analyzing the tiny particles we exhale. Using cutting-edge devices to collect and examine breath samples, Dr. Loudig aims to create tools for earlier, more accurate cancer diagnosis. Tune in to discover how this innovative research could change the future of healthcare! “Breath Cancer Detection” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Olivier Loudig. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/4eUmU62 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3YyBudR

Dr. Samantha Keppler from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business’s, explores how #teachers have adopted #AI tools like #ChatGPT, focusing on their use outside the classroom for tasks such as lesson planning and seeking advice. Dr. Keppler’s study reveals that while some teachers found AI helpful for improving productivity and teaching quality, others struggled, especially with grading due to student misuse. “We Can Give Teachers the Basic Supplies They Need So Students Will Do Better in School” is now on the Curious by Nature podcast with Dr. Samantha Keppler. Follow us! Spotify Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3ZgSdTI Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3Zed3TB

#Gemini North Captures Galactic Archipelago Entangled In a Web Of #Dark Matter One century after astronomers proved the existence of galaxies beyond the #MilkyWay, enormous #galaxy clusters are offering clues to today’s cosmic questions. NSF NOIRLab https://lnkd.in/dSe9UEAq #SpaceResearch #Galaxy #Space #SpacePhotography #MilkyWay #DarkMatter #BlackHole #Gemini