I am a Biologist and Professor who studies infectious disease: Here are some thoughts on how dangerous coronavirus might be

5 minute read "As the new coronavirus continues to cross international borders, the two key questions on public health officials’ minds are: ‘How deadly is it?’ and ‘Can it be contained?" writes Maciej F. Boni, Pennsylvania State University (Feb. 5th, 2020)

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Exercising too much and too fast can have serious consequences

4 minute read "We coaches, trainers, scientists, practitioners and others encourage everyone to reap the joys and benefits of regular exercise training. However, we caution against exercising too much too soon," writes Tamara Hew-Butler, Wayne State University (Feb. 5th, 2020)

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Technology Is NOT driving Inequality: An Explanation that Even Economists Can Understand

8 minute read "The ending of patent and copyright protections would unambiguously send demand for these highly-skilled people through the floor. If we believe in markets, then the plunge in demand should also send the wages of people with college and advanced degrees in science, engineering, and other STEM areas through the floor," writes Dean Baker, Center for Economic and Policy Research, Washington D.C. (Feb 5th, 2020)

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