Discover why small acts, trust, and human connection are the real keys to well-being. Every year on March 20, the world pauses to celebrate the International Day of Happiness, a reminder that happiness is not a luxury, but a universal goal. The United Nations officially proclaimed the day in 2012, recognizing that well-being should be […]
The surprising history behind the world’s favorite math holiday Every year on March 14, math lovers, scientists, teachers, and pie enthusiasts unite for one of the nerdiest, and tastiest, holidays on the calendar: Pi (π) Day. The date, written as 3/14, mirrors the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi, approximately 3.14. But the […]
Space-based innovation is delivering materials that push the boundaries of science and technology The future of space-based material development is rapidly advancing, promising to revolutionize industries ranging from aerospace to electronics. Recent innovations in materials designed for extreme environments, durability under harsh conditions, and enhanced quality are opening new frontiers in technology and science. Materials […]
Protecting the Red Sea’s Climate-Resilient Corals Here’s some rare environmental good news. An initiative based in Switzerland is helping safeguard one of the planet’s most climate-resilient coral reef systems at a moment when reefs worldwide are in steep decline. Coral reefs are diverse underwater ecosystems built by tiny coral animals that secrete limestone skeletons, forming […]
A look at how science is helping the body heal, rebuild, and renew itself Imagine living to 100, and doing it with the energy, mobility, and health of someone decades younger. That’s no longer science fiction. Thanks to incredible advances in regenerative medicine, scientists are getting closer to helping the human body heal, renew, and […]
How Cone Snail Toxins Are Shaping the Future of Medicine Marine cone snails, often admired for their striking shells but feared for their venomous sting, are proving to be invaluable to modern science. These snails can grow up to 9 inches (22 cm) long and are found in tropical waters around the Indian and Pacific […]
From pollinators to protectors, animals have always helped shape and sustain our world. Since the dawn of humanity, animals have walked alongside us, not just as companions or sources of food but as essential partners in maintaining the health of our planet and improving human life. From the wild wolves of ancient forests to the […]
This whiz kid is the talk of the town. When he was just 14 years old in 2023, Heman Bekele invented a cancer-fighting soap. It’s an affordable and accessible treatment option that could soon be a way to help treat skin cancers. His background Born in 2009 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Bekele moved to the […]
In the lead up to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024, here’s some high-level information on what it takes to get more women to pursue careers as scientists and engineers. The US National Academy of Sciences affirms that “Women already show their proficiency with scientific content in fields like biology and medicine. They make […]
In the quest to solve the plastic pollution crisis, organizations of all types are working on solutions. The Good Times has highlighted a few on these pages in the past, such as the Ocean Cleanup removing plastics from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, the Aquapreneur Innovation Initiative to remove microplastics from water, bacteria that have […]
