2-Oct-2026 Brazil at the ballot box: A nation—and region—at a crossroads University of Michigan This Sunday, about 160 million Brazilians will head to the polls to elect a president, state governors, two-thirds of the Senate, federal and state deputies and, in the Federal District, district deputies.
2-Oct-2026 PolyU neurorehabilitation scientist named one of 75 noteworthy physiotherapists worldwide The Hong Kong Polytechnic University The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to world-class research and innovation in healthcare and rehabilitation sciences. Prof. Marco Pang, Shun Hing Education and Charity Fund Professor in Rehabilitation Sciences, Chair Professor of Neurorehabilitation and Head of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, has been named one of World Physiotherapy’s 75 noteworthy physiotherapists worldwide.
2-Oct-2026 Pihl, Splitter named SAE International Fellows DOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory Two transportation researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Josh Pihl and Derek Splitter, have been named SAE International Fellows, an honor recognizing individuals of exceptional distinction for outstanding and sustained accomplishments in mobility or related engineering.
2-Oct-2026 What democracy can learn from religion Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg Does democracy need religion – and does religion need democracy? What do dignity, solidarity or responsibility have to do with faith? A new model project at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is looking for answers from the Jewish, Christian and Islamic perspectives. The project does not only address researchers, however: Secondary school students will also have the opportunity to have their say.
2-Oct-2026 How will quantum computers change society? Kobe University Once called a “pipe dream,” quantum computers are now approaching practical use. Companies and research institutes around the world are in fierce competition to develop this revolutionary technology, which has the potential to rapidly perform some calculations that are extremely difficult for even conventional supercomputers. But what exactly is possible through quantum computers, and where do we currently find ourselves on the road to practical use? We sat down to talk with Professor MIKI Takuji of the Graduate School of Science, Technology and Innovation to hear more about the latest trends and future developments in the field.
1-Oct-2026 Building a future where nursing and AI coexist: harnessing data to deliver better care Chiba University “I work with data, but what truly motivates me is knowing that it will ultimately be of use to someone. I’m not particularly good at taking on a leadership role, so I prefer to work alongside others, ” says Professor Shinichiroh Yokota from the Graduate School of Nursing. With a background as a nurse in clinical practice, Professor Yokota now applies informatics methods to nursing and medical data—using tools such as machine learning on electronic medical records (EMRs) to predict patient falls and the risk of bedsores. We spoke with him about how AI is transforming the world of nursing.
1-Oct-2026 Ask an Expert: The economy is resilient. Why do many Americans feel differently? Penn State Recent surveys suggest a growing disconnect between public sentiment around the U.S. economy and its relative strength. In this Q&A, Lonnie Golden, professor of economics and labor-human resources at Penn State Abington, discussed the current economic landscape and how differences in politicians’ rhetoric and people’s perceptions on the ground can influence economic expectations.
1-Oct-2026 Bridging generations Kansas State University What can happen when a nursing home and an elementary school share a roof? Kansas State University researchers spent a year finding out at the Logan LIFE Center in rural northwest Kansas, and the early results are encouraging.
1-Oct-2026 Sudden back pain: It can develop for several reasons, expert explains Mayo Clinic One minute you’re reaching for an item on a shelf, picking up a child or simply getting out of bed. The next, a sudden stab of pain in your lower back leaves you wondering what just happened. Many people call it “throwing out” their back. The phrase generally describes low back pain that starts suddenly, says Min Yoo, M.D., a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Mayo Clinic in Arizona who has subspecialty training in pain medicine.
1-Oct-2026 UT spearheads development of novel integrated EV charger-inverter University of Tennessee at Knoxville University of Tennessee, Knoxville researchers are developing a full-scale integrated charger-inverter that would use an electric vehicle’s existing traction components to enable fast charging from standard AC or DC power sources. Supported by a $3 million Department of Energy project, the technology could reduce charging costs, expand access and ease range concerns.
