How governments handle data matters for inclusion
Governments can exclude certain groups of people in policies and services not only by the type of data they collect but also how they collect, store, analyze and use the data.
Feb. 23, 2024 • ~8 min
Wildlife selfies harm animals − even when scientists share images with warnings in the captions
The caption may say that only scientists and trained professionals should handle wild animals, but viewers remember the image, not the words.
Feb. 14, 2024 • ~9 min
Doctors have more difficulty diagnosing disease when looking at images of darker skin
Dermatologists and general practitioners are somewhat less accurate in diagnosing disease in darker skin, a new study finds. Used correctly, AI may be able to help.
Feb. 5, 2024 • ~9 min
How long might your dog live? New study calculates life expectancy for different breeds
New research shows that certain breeds tend to live longer than others, and this could help potential owners decide which companion is best for them.
Feb. 2, 2024 • ~7 min
Seeing the human in every patient − from biblical texts to 21st century relational medicine
The COVID-19 pandemic put a spotlight on how fragmented medical care can be. Relational, or person-centered, medicine is attempting to provide solutions.
Jan. 4, 2024 • ~9 min
When research study materials don't speak their participants' language, data can get lost in translation
Translation involves more than just transferring words from one language to another. Better translations of study materials can improve both the diversity of study participants and research results.
Dec. 7, 2023 • ~9 min
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