Changing Patterns in the Tropics As hurricane season unfolds, scientists are sounding the alarm on a silent but powerful force: tropical waves. These weather patterns, made up of low-pressure systems that travel across the Atlantic, are drawing attention for their growing intensity and impact. Though often overlooked, tropical waves are crucial early signals of potentially devastating storms. Originating near the…

A Trusted Climate Resource Faces Uncertain Future Climate.gov, a key public resource operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is on the verge of being silenced. Known for offering accurate, science-based information on climate change and weather patterns, the site has long played a vital role in educating the public. However, recent internal changes have left it without…

The Growing Rift Between Policy and Progress The United States, long regarded as a global leader in scientific innovation, now finds itself at a critical juncture. Actions taken against academic research and restrictions placed on international students have begun to reverberate across the tech and research sectors—particularly in artificial intelligence. While policymakers cite national security concerns, the unintended consequences may…

The End of a Critical Lifeline for Latino STEM Students CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI), a Hispanic-Serving Institution, recently experienced a major setback after the cancellation of three federal science grants. These grants, previously funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), were essential in supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds, especially Latinos, in their pursuit of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)…

A Global View on Technology Assessment At a major international event centered on technology assessment, experts from across continents are reflecting on how societies and governments can manage the fast pace of innovation. The conference brings together over 80 sessions with contributions from regions including North and Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. The shared goal: to understand how…

Rising Talent in STEM: Aarav Jindal’s Academic Journey Aarav Jindal, a student at Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science (PRISMS), has been named one of the national finalists of the USA Biolympiad (USABO), the nation’s premier biology education and testing program for high school students. Jindal’s academic path is far from traditional. His interests span mathematics, science, computer science,…