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<p>The science-fiction film <i>Project Hail Mary </i>sees Ryan Gosling go to space in a state of suspended animation. But does the science suggest that&rsquo;s possible?</p>
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<![CDATA[ A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft will launch toward the International Space Station on Sunday morning (March 22), and you can watch the action live…
<![CDATA[ A brand new feature-length documentary showcases the inspirational accomplishments of pioneering astronaut Eileen Collins. ]]>
<![CDATA[ On Episode 202 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by Mike Wall, the spaceflight and tech editor at Space.com, to bring us up t…
<![CDATA[ As moon missions accelerate, countries are working to define how to respond to emergencies and avoid interference between competing operations. ]]>
<p>Infectious disease experts say shots against meningococcal meningitis can be lifesaving during an outbreak, but U.S. regulators have attempted to roll …
<![CDATA[ Extreme exomoons with tidal heating and thick, hydrogen-rich atmospheres may be able to create billions of years of potentially habitable surface cond…
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The intersection of higher education and national security involves the consideration of how educational institutions manage foreign students and researchers in the context of national interests. This can include concerns about intellectual property, research security, and the potential for espionage.
A conflict of interest occurs when an individual or organization has multiple interests, one of which could potentially corrupt the motivation for an act in another. In research, this can lead to biased results and undermine trust in scientific findings.
Aging research focuses on understanding the biological processes that lead to aging and developing interventions to slow down or reverse these processes. This field encompasses various disciplines, including genetics, cellular biology, and biochemistry.
Research independence is the ability of a PhD student to conduct their research autonomously, making decisions about their project direction and methodology. This skill is essential for developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a scientific context.
Cognitive Computing refers to systems that simulate human thought processes in complex situations. It combines elements of AI, machine learning, and data analytics to create systems that can learn from data, reason, and interact naturally with humans.
International student policies refer to the regulations and guidelines that govern the admission and enrollment of students from other countries in educational institutions. These policies can be influenced by political, economic, and social factors, and can vary significantly from one country to another.