Title: David Waldeck and Brian Bloom published a ‘spintronics’ paper in Science Advances
Summary: North Carolina State University researchers have unlocked a whole new level of spintronics, which is basically using the spin of electrons instead of their charge to power up our devices. It’s like having a superhero with a secret power that no one else knows about!

Title: Science Policy and Advocacy
Summary: In 2023, APS members were on fire, literally and figuratively. They took more than 7,000 actions and contacted members of Congress like a bunch of hot messes. APS staff were the cool kids on the block, holding briefings with congressional staff and submitting public comments to the EPA to make sure the report’s recommendations were heard loud and clear.

Title: How New Science Fiction Could Help Us Improve AI
Summary: The Terminator movie series has a scary ghost of a robot that is super smart and mean. Some nerds who study computers and machines want to use stories to think of ways to make robots that don’t kill us all.

Title: Associate Director for Communication Science
Summary: Tamara Maze is the associate director for health communication science with the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities. In this capacity, she leads the Health Communication Science Office (HCSO) for NCBDDD. Maze has more than 20 years of progressive experience in public health and strategic communication. She also has a knack for making people laugh with her witty and clever tweets, blogs, and podcasts. She believes that humor is the best way to spread awareness and educate the public about health issues. She is always ready to crack a joke or share a funny story to lighten the mood and make people smile.

Title: Science at Cal to Roll Out Summer Science Communication Series
Summary: ”’ Get ready to join the fun at Cal’s Science Extravaganza! We’ll be exploring the fascinating world of science in four exciting sessions. From learning how to talk to scientists like a pro to cracking jokes with non-scientists, you won’t want to miss a thing. Our events will be happening every other Wednesday in June and July, so mark your calendars and get ready to geek out!”’

Title: Ohio House Higher Education begins hosting science of reading testimony as rollout begins • Ohio Capital Journal
Summary: Ohio is one of the lucky 38 states that have cracked the code on evidence-based reading since 2013. Starting next school year, Ohio public school districts and community schools will be using the latest and greatest core curriculum and instructional materials for English language arts and reading intervention programs. No more guessing games, no more trial and error, just solid evidence-based reading strategies that will have your students reading like pros in no time!

Title: Could ‘Science Courts’ Help Build Public Trust?
Summary: The public’s faith in scientists to do what’s best for them has taken a nosedive, from 87 to 73 percent in just three years, according to Pew Research. And it’s not just about science anymore – people are starting to think that science is more of a mixed bag than a silver bullet. So, if you want to make sure your policies hit the mark, you better get some input from the folks who’ll be affected by them.

Title: The Joy of Wonder: Using Story to Bring Science to Life, a guest post by Rebecca E.F. Barone
Summary: Narrative nonfiction is like a novel, but with real-life drama, epic settings, and unforgettable characters. It’s all about creating a world that readers can’t help but care about. And let’s not forget the thrill of wonder that comes with it!

Title: Computer science worker shortage pushes Tri-Cities college to develop new degree
Summary: Columbia Basin College is on a mission to revolutionize the tech world with their new computer science degree. The Pasco-based college’s “statement of need” was approved this month, and the new degree will be the 10th baccalaureate offered at CBC. Get ready to code your way to success!