Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming commonplace, despite statistics showing that only approximately 7% to 13% (depending on size) of companies have incorporated AI into their regular business workflows. Adoption in specific business functions is far higher, with up to 78% of companies reporting use of AI tools in at least one business area. And more than 90% of […] … learn more→
The ‘doorman fallacy’: why careless adoption of AI backfires so easily
All government shutdowns disrupt science − in 2025, the consequences extend far beyond a lapse in funding
U.S. science always suffers during government shutdowns. Funding lapses send government scientists home without pay. Federal agencies suspend new grant opportunities, place expert review panels on hold, and stop collecting and analyzing critical public datasets that tell us about the economy, the environment and public health. In 2025, the stakes are higher than in past shutdowns. This shutdown arrives at a time of massive upheaval to […] … learn more→
Research aims vs. objectives – what’s the difference?
You’re finally sitting down to write your research proposal and you’ve hit that section where you need to outline your aims and objectives. You stare at the page. Aren’t these basically the same thing? Can’t you just write “My aim is to…” and then copy-paste it under “My objective is to…” and call it a […] … learn more→
Why men need more exercise than women to see the same heart benefits
Exercise is like medicine for the heart, and just like with medication, you need the right “dose” for it to be effective. But a recent study suggests that the dose might not be the same for everyone. Researchers found that men need roughly twice as much exercise as women to see the same reduction in […] … learn more→
What’s the No. 1 MBA? Why business deans invest in rankings, knowing they miss a lot
When Harvard Business School tumbled to sixth place in the U.S. News MBA rankings in 2020, the reaction was swift. Critics questioned the methodology, picking up on earlier critiques of rankings. Some ranking skeptics continue to point to low response rates — for example, in 2025, U.S. News disclosed that approximately only half of the ranked schools participated in peer assessment surveys, which […] … learn more→
Roblox fever among kids : How can parents make it safer?
● Roblox’s open system makes its players, especially children, vulnerable to unsafe content and interactions. ● The role of parents is very important in maintaining children’s digital safety through digital skills and playing together. ● Despite its educational potential, each game in Roblox offers different experiences and risks. Roblox is one of the most popular […] … learn more→
What to do when my son doesn’t want to go out because he’s addicted to video games?
Today, playing video games has become a common leisure activity for many children and teenagers. Parents often wonder whether it’s appropriate to allow them to play as they please, how much time is advisable, and when. Should they play during the week or only on weekends? Should they play after homework or before, so they […] … learn more→
Rate my AI teacher? Students’ perceptions of chatbots will influence how they learn with AI
A “transformation” is upon us. After a multi-year procession of educational technology products that once promised to shake things up, now it’s AI’s turn. Global organizations like the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, as well as government bodies, present AI to the public as “transformative.” Prominent AI companies with large language model (LLM) chatbots have “education-focused” products, like ChatGPT Education, Claude […] … learn more→
To reduce parental stress, should we move away from the nuclear family model?
I finish my workday and head home, making a quick stop to buy the materials my high school son needs for a project due this week, as well as the ingredients for a quick dinner. When I got home, I checked my daughter’s school website and discovered she’d forgotten to hand in an assignment. When […] … learn more→
Assistant robots: benefits for learning another language in early childhood education
Digital technologies have revolutionized teaching methods , communication dynamics between students and teachers, and access to information. Teaching digital natives presents a series of challenges, especially regarding the scope and presence that this technology should have in schools. Although some studies warn that screen exposure before the age of two can affect cognitive and linguistic development, it remains to be determined […] … learn more→