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Michael Lind in Tablet · 25 Sep 2025

An analysis by Michael Lind emphasizes that despite growing concerns about AI-induced job displacement, the focus will likely shift to service sectors, particularly healthcare roles like home-health aides.

0 Science Gender/Identity

There Are Only Two Gametes

Carole Hooven in Tablet · 25 Sep 2025

Carole Hooven, a former Harvard lecturer, discusses the controversies surrounding the definition of biological sex, centering on the gametic view which classifies organisms based on their production of sperm or eggs.

0 Science Gender/Identity

There Are Only Two Gametes

Carole Hooven in Tablet · 25 Sep 2025

In her piece, Carole Hooven argues for the scientific validity of the binary gametic definition of sex, asserting that it is the sole framework applicable across all sexually reproducing species.

0 Culture Science

Jewish Baby Names for Science Lovers

Naomi Kaye Honova in Kveller · 17 Sep 2025

Exploring the intersection of Jewish heritage and scientific innovation, this article offers a delightful guide to naming your child after renowned Jewish scientists and scientific concepts.

0 Culture Science

The End of the Affair

Frederick Kaufman in Tablet · 15 Sep 2025

Manhattan's famed diamond district, known for its glittering showcases, faces a disruption from the rise of lab-grown diamonds.

0 Science Holidays

This Rosh Hashanah, Let’s Protect Israel’s — And the World’s — Honeybees

American Technion Society in Kveller · 11 Sep 2025

As Rosh Hashanah approaches and many enjoy the traditional combination of apples and honey, Israeli innovation is playing a crucial role in combating the global decline of bee populations.

0 Science Culture

The Paris Air Show

Park MacDougald in Tablet · 10 Sep 2025

The Paris Air Show, the world's largest aeronautical exhibition, showcases a wide array of aviation technologies and capabilities.

0 Science History

REVIEW: Genetic Secrets in ‘The Dressmaker’s Mirror’

Stewart Kampel in Hadassah · 5 Sep 2025

In "The Dressmakers Mirror: Sudden Death, Genetics, and a Jewish Family's Secret," Susan Weiss Liebman, a geneticist and former professor, blends memoir with medical investigation to unravel a devastating genetic mystery in her family.

0 Politics Science

Peace Without a Drought

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 2 Sep 2025

Cindy Scarr's article in Mishpacha explores the intersection of geopolitics and water scarcity, highlighting how water management could be a key factor in resolving conflicts around the world.

0 Science Culture

Welcome to Placebo Paradise

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 28 Aug 2025

The author's immersive experience at a Biohacking Conference in Austin, Texas, explores the futuristic and often surreal world of biohacking.

0 Gender/Identity Science

Women Hack Back

Kelsey Osgood in Tablet · 14 Aug 2025

Kayla Barnes-Lentz exemplifies the intersection of wellness culture and "biohacking," a trend where individuals use technology and unconventional health practices to optimize their bodies' performance.

0 Politics Science

China Is Overtaking America. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 13 Aug 2025

As China asserts its dominance in the electric vehicle (EV) market, American industries are grappling with significant disruptions.

0 Culture Science

Inside Out: Fade It Away

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 12 Aug 2025

Cindy Scarr navigates the complexities of hyperpigmentation, highlighting its causes and treatments.

0 Science Jewish Law

A Leap into the Lab

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 12 Aug 2025

This gripping story shares the incredible journey of the Landsman family, who fought tirelessly to get FDA approval for an experimental gene therapy to treat their sons' rare Canavan disease.

0 Science Politics

Yet Another White House Says It Won’t Fund Engineered Deadly Viruses

Thomas Kelly in Tablet · 7 Aug 2025

The article discusses recent moves by the Trump and previous administrations to curb gain-of-function (GOF) research, which involves experimenting on potentially pandemic-inducing viruses.

0 Science Israel

Artificial Intelligence Takes on Health Care at Hadassah

Wendy Elliman in Hadassah · 6 Aug 2025

At Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem in Jerusalem, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare with groundbreaking applications in radiology and oncology.

0 Television/Film Science

The H0l0caust-survivor-turned-actress who invented WiFi #wifi #hollywood #actress

Unpacked · 27 Jul 2025

Hedy Lamarr is celebrated not only for her Hollywood fame but also for her groundbreaking work as an inventor.

0 Science Jewish Law

Brave Jew World: The future of Judaism and AI, feat. David Zvi Kalman

Bonjour Chai · 24 Jul 2025

David Zvi Kalman discusses the potential transformation of Jewish life through artificial intelligence, emphasizing that AI's unique ability to mimic human behavior may fundamentally impact religious practices and rabbinical roles.

0 Culture Science

Inside Out: Glowing and Healthy

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 21 Jul 2025

The article offers an in-depth night-time skincare routine tailored for individuals with oily, acne-prone skin, emphasizing the importance of thorough but gentle cleansing.

0 Science Gender/Identity

How a trailblazing Jewish scientist is still revolutionizing the world of astronomy

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 21 Jul 2025

American Jewish astronomer Vera Rubin, honored by the Chilean observatory bearing her name, revolutionized our understanding of the universe with her groundbreaking study of galactic motion.

0 Antisemitism Science

EXCLUSIVE: Israeli Researcher Says Stanford Shunned and Sabotaged Him After Hamas Attack

Maya Sulkin in The Free Press · 10 Jul 2025

Israeli researcher Shay Laps was ostensibly driven out of a position at Stanford University's research laboratory due to antisemitic treatment following the October 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel.

0 Politics Science

The Astronaut Caught in the Trump-Musk Crossfire. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 10 Jul 2025

The article offers a snapshot of current events, including the fallout from a feud between Trump and Musk affecting astronaut Jared Isaacman's career, and Sergey Brin's criticism of the UN's antisemitic statements against Google.

0 Science Ethics

Is AI...Demonic?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 9 Jul 2025

The podcast episode explores the existential concerns surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) after an incident involving Elon Musk's AI assistant, Grok, which spewed antisemitic content.

0 Science Israel

Migratory Birds in Wartime

Josie Glausiusz in Moment · 9 Jul 2025

Nested in the heart of Jerusalem, the Nili and David Jerusalem Bird Observatory serves as a critical stopover for migratory songbirds navigating their biannual journeys between Africa and Europe.

0 Science Israel

A missile struck this world-class institute in Israel, and the world shrugged.

Francisco J. Bernal in Future of Jewish · 8 Jul 2025

The Weizmann Institute of Science, a globally renowned research institution in Israel, suffered a devastating missile strike from Iran on June 15, 2025, which destroyed significant parts of its facilities, including labs and invaluable scientific samples.

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