Retractions of dodgy or poorly-designed studies have increased tenfold in the last few years. But "sham studies are rare," reports Katie Palmer, and "some recalls result from honest errors or irreproducible results."
How many studies get retracted?
Fancy science journal caught publishing nonsense term "vegetative electron microscopy," doubles down
A completely made-up scientific term is making the rounds in academic journals, and instead of being "oops!" one major publisher is basically saying "this is fine!" As reported in Retraction… READ THE REST
Scientists develop slime that generates electricity when squeezed
A new slime-like material developed by University of Guelph scientists generates electricity when squeezed, opening doors for applications from medical devices to clean energy harvesting. The material, made of 90%… READ THE REST
Scott Manley has a plan to save the Earth from Asteroid 2024 YR4
Scott Manley is a software developer with degrees in physics and astronomy. He uses his self-taught engineering and rocket science knowledge on his YouTube channel, teaching people orbital mechanics to… READ THE REST
Egg and gas prices probably aren't going down, but you can find better value at Sam's Club
TL;DR: Want your paycheck to stretch farther while grocery shopping? Find better value by joining Sam's Club with this 1-year membership that comes with Auto-Renew, now just $20 (reg. $50). You've seen… READ THE REST
The smartphone that can reduce your daily doomscrolling—literally
TL;DR: Save 50% on the NanoPhone through February 23, the ultra-tiny smartphone that'll make you think twice about your current phone. Has reducing your nightly doomscroll binges been on your 2025 resolution… READ THE REST
A MacBook without the premium price? This one's $250.
TL;DR: This $250 refurbished 13.3" MacBook Air gives you all the Apple style with none of the Apple tax. Whether you prefer Apple's software or just like the feel of their products,… READ THE REST
