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The Great Transformation – Reimagining Our Institutions
Veteran political strategist Mike Madrid wasn’t surprised by the outcome of the 2024 presidential race. He’s been studying the nation’s politics and demographics for decades. “The election outcomes […] are part of a longer-term transformation of American [and] global society as we become fully ensconced in the digital age.,” he said during the Helen Edison…
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Israel and Palestine: Peace or Continued Conflict?
The tentative cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is a welcome relief to many Israelis and Palestinians after more than 15 months of war. By all accounts, both sides have suffered great trauma – from the armed attack by Hamas on Israeli soil in October, 2023, which killed 1,200 Israelis and resulted in the taking of…
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Navigating SCN8A Epilepsy: A Scientist’s Personal Fight
Being a parent often brings unexpected challenges, but for Dr. Madeline Oudin, the journey has been especially profound. As both a scientist and a mother, she is navigating uncharted territory to help her daughter Margot, who was born with SCN8A-related epilepsy. This rare genetic condition causes severe seizures and developmental challenges, profoundly affecting Margot’s daily…
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The Hard Push To End Gun Violence in America
For activist David Hogg, ending gun violence is very personal. Hogg was a student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, in 2018 when 17 students and teachers were killed. It was the second-deadliest shooting at a U.S. public school. Following the tragedy at his school, Hogg cofounded March for Our Lives, one…
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Arts Channel: A Year of Creativity and Inspiration
The Arts Channel is all about celebrating creativity and the human spirit through a mix of music, storytelling, and cultural showcases. Many of this year’s standout programs took place at UC San Diego’s Park & Market, a hub for artistic innovation and community connection. It’s been a big year, filled with performances and stories that…
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2024 – The Year of AI
The AI revolution surged through 2024, transforming how we live, learn, and work. Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E 2, and Bard redefined creativity and efficiency, empowering us to analyze data, craft content, and innovate across industries. From healthcare to finance, software development to art, these advancements are reshaping everyday life. But as AI accelerates,…
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5 Tips on Emotional Eating and Plant-Based Living
Have you ever wanted to effectively tackle emotional eating or transition to a healthier, plant-focused way of eating? Emotional eating can lead to weight gain, poor nutrition, and emotional distress, while a plant-rich diet is associated with improved overall health, reduced risk of chronic diseases, and increased energy. Gordon Saxe, M.D., Ph.D., and Anthony Lim,…
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Standing at the Forefront of American Acoustic Music
Fluent in multiple musical genres, Jeremy Kittel composes original music that draws from a wide variety of influences including folk, jazz, Celtic, classical, electronic and more. He believes passionately that music and the arts are central to the human experience. The acclaimed violinist leads the band Kittel & Co., whose debut album skyrocketed up the…
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Humans: A Walking Ecosystem of Microbes
We hear a lot about the microbiome these days. But what exactly is it, and how does a healthy microbiome help prevent disease? “Essentially, we are a walking ecosystem,” says Dr. Sean Spencer, gastroenterologist at Stanford. “We harbor trillions of microbes on us, but mostly within us. The fascinating thing about the microbiome is that…
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From Caves to Skyscrapers, How Humans Have Built the World
Reaching 1,450 feet in the air, Willis Tower in Chicago was the tallest building on the planet for nearly a quarter of a century. It now ranks 26th, having long been surpassed by the towering Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which rises nearly 3,000 feet into the atmosphere. From a simple cave to buildings of steel…