Research & Innovation
Peer-reviewed studies, lab breakthroughs, funding and scientific policy
Why cancer patients choose “integrative oncology” and what they get: Perception vs. reality
SharesA couple of weeks ago, I used the publication in The New York Times of an article describing how the journalist’s father had become ensnared by Envita, an “integrative oncology” clinic after he ...
Weekend reads: Computer science conferences impose caps; Lancet strikes to continue; Is this the ‘mathocalypse’?
If your week flew by — we know ours did — catch up here with what you might have missed. The week at Retraction Watch featured: In case you missed the news, the Hijacked Journal Checker now has more t...
Navigating Uncertainty: Architectural Innovation Amidst Change
Harvard's new exhibit explores the intersection of architecture and adaptability, emphasizing designs that anticipate a dynamic world.
“Is it Your Assertion That Picking Headlines of Dead Kids is a Good Way to Evaluate a Policy?”
Shares“One place where we had some success was Florida.” Last year, I wrote a review of the book In Covids’ Wake, written by two Princeton political scientists, Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee. My arti...
Reality vs. Rhetoric: Analyzing the Impact of Florida's Great Barrington Declaration
Florida's Great Barrington Declaration policies fell short, leading to high COVID-19 mortality rates among vulnerable populations, contrary to claims of success.
Exploring Connection and Craft in Douglas Stuart's 'John of John'
Douglas Stuart discusses his literary journey and the themes of connection in his new novel, 'John of John,' at a Mahindra Center event.
Nobel Laureate Karl Deisseroth Reflects on the Interplay of Writing and Scientific Inquiry
Karl Deisseroth discusses his journey from creative writing to neuroscience, exploring how understanding emotion and language intertwines with his groundbreaking research.
Keep An Eye On This Ebola Outbreak
SharesEbola is a deadly disease caused by the orthoebolavirus group of viruses. It is infamous for being extremely deadly, with a mortality rate as high as 80-90%. Luckily, it only spreads by direct c...
The 2026 Ebola Outbreak: Examining Global Health Challenges and Response Failures
The 2026 Ebola outbreak in the DRC highlights critical failures in global health preparedness, as cases surge amid dwindling resources and political instability.
Rethinking Aging: Strategies for a Healthier Longevity
The Healthy Aging Symposium at Harvard highlights innovative approaches to promote longevity without disease, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration.
Embedded SNAIL Amplifiers: A Step Forward in Quantum Readout Efficiency
The new embedded SNAIL amplifier enhances quantum readout fidelity while simplifying hardware demands, paving the way for efficient quantum processors.
SkyWater Technology and D-Wave Extend Partnership to Enhance Quantum Processor Manufacturing
SkyWater and D-Wave deepen their collaboration to enhance the manufacturing of quantum processors, leveraging over a decade of specialized expertise.
UCLouvain Advances Cancer Research with Quantum-Enhanced MRI Technology
UCLouvain installs the POLARIS quantum MRI system to enhance cancer research, focusing on metabolic changes in treatment resistance.
Alice & Bob Accomplishes LDPC-Cat Code Decoding on NVIDIA’s NVQLink
Alice & Bob successfully decodes LDPC-cat codes using NVIDIA’s NVQLink, enhancing real-time quantum computing performance and error correction.
Quantum Supply Chains: Navigating the Challenges Ahead
Key industry leaders stress urgent action on quantum supply chain vulnerabilities, including material dependencies and evolving component needs.
Rigetti Emphasizes Complex Problem Solving for Quantum Computing Advancement
Rigetti Computing advocates for prioritizing algorithm complexity and speed in quantum computing rather than merely increasing qubit counts.
Optimizing Quantum Computing: QuEra’s Co-Designed Compiler Enhances Efficiency
QuEra is enhancing quantum computing efficiency through a co-designed compiler tailored to quantum hardware, focusing on practical workload execution.
Harvard Scientists Achieve High Fidelity in Entangled Quantum Circuits for Ten Consecutive Hours
Harvard researchers reached an impressive 99.941% fidelity in entangled quantum circuits, maintaining stability for over ten hours, a breakthrough for quantum computation.
Key Developments in Research Integrity: OpenAI's Preprint Withdrawal and More
This week highlights significant issues in research integrity, including OpenAI's preprint withdrawal and ongoing citation controversies affecting journals.
Understanding Qubit Calibration Through the Lens of Music
Qubit calibration—integral to quantum computing—requires continual adjustment, much like tuning a violin. This process is vital for accurate quantum operations.