Degrowth isn't the same as a recession – it's an alternative to growing the economy forever

Not only is degrowth is not the same as negative GDP growth, it is actually better for the planet.

Katharina Richter, Lecturer in Climate, Politics and Society, University of Bristol • conversation
May 23, 2023 • ~8 min

'Got polio?' messaging underscores a vaccine campaign's success but creates false sense of security as memories of the disease fade in US

Polio vaccines have been a massive public health victory in the US. But purely celebratory messaging overlooks the ongoing threat if vaccination rates fall.

Katherine A. Foss, Professor of Media Studies, Middle Tennessee State University • conversation
April 27, 2023 • ~10 min

Extinction Rebellion gave it 'the Big One' with a four-day peaceful protest – now what?

The group has eschewed disruptive protest in the pursuit of ‘building relationships’.

Marc Hudson, Visiting Fellow, Science Policy, University of Sussex • conversation
April 27, 2023 • ~7 min

Keeping NBA players on the court is no small 'feet'

The gargantuan feet of NBA players are the stuff of legend. But nearly two-thirds of their injuries occur below the waist, and they have a 25.8% chance of incurring an ankle injury every season.

Philip Anloague, Associate Provost; Associate Professor of Physical Therapy, University of Dayton • conversation
April 21, 2023 • ~7 min

3D-printed revolving devices can sense how they are moving

A new system enables makers to incorporate sensors into gears and other rotational mechanisms with just one pass in a 3D printer.

Adam Zewe | MIT News Office • mit
March 16, 2023 • ~8 min

Runoff vote count underway in historic UAW election – it's already bringing profound union leadership changes and chances of more strikes and higher car prices

Results already in from the first direct leadership election in the UAW’s 88-year history present a sharply divided leadership.

Stephen J. Silvia, Professor of International Relations, American University School of International Service • conversation
Feb. 24, 2023 • ~9 min

Runoff vote count starts in historic UAW election – it's already bringing profound union leadership changes and chances of more strikes and higher car prices

Results already in from the first direct leadership election in the UAW’s 88-year history present a sharply divided leadership.

Stephen J. Silvia, Professor of International Relations, American University School of International Service • conversation
Feb. 24, 2023 • ~9 min

Runoff vote count starts March 1 in historic UAW election – it's already bringing profound union leadership changes and chances of more strikes and higher car prices

The presidential runoff vote count starts March 1, but results already in from the first direct leadership election in the UAW’s 88-year history present a sharply divided board.

Stephen J. Silvia, Professor of International Relations, American University School of International Service • conversation
Feb. 24, 2023 • ~9 min

Historic UAW election is bringing profound changes to the autoworker union's leadership – and chances of better pay, more strikes and higher car prices

The presidential runoff vote count starts March 1, but results already in from the first direct leadership election in the UAW’s 88-year history present a sharply divided board.

Stephen J. Silvia, Professor of International Relations, American University School of International Service • conversation
Feb. 24, 2023 • ~9 min

Rock ant meandering is actually methodical

Ants may appear to wander aimlessly, but some actually search for food and shelter in a more methodical way.

Daniel Stolte-Arizona • futurity
Feb. 10, 2023 • ~8 min

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