Those who are familiar with modern-day online environments may have heard the term “brain rot,” which refers to a form of hyper-stimulation that might be…
How Vanderbilt researchers are pioneering pancreatic cancer detection
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, mainly because it’s so hard to catch early. By the time doctors detect it, the…
Rejuvenating cells, reversing aging: Yamanaka factors in medicine
Aging has long been viewed as inevitable. The thought of wrinkles marking our skin may not seem so daunting until the fear of age-related diseases…
A personal reflection on global health volunteering in Guatemala
Cover photo by Bamlak Aklilu This past spring break, I had the privilege of returning to San Pedro La Laguna, Guatemala, with the Vanderbilt chapter…
Diving into the depths of artificial intelligence with DeepSeek AI
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve faster than ever, large language models have taken the global stage, with ChatGPT becoming a household staple in the…
Beyond the algorithm: How Vanderbilt students can challenge AI bias
The “coded gaze” is a term coined by researcher Joy Buolamwini that describes the algorithmic bias in technology, particularly facial recognition systems, where the biases…
Lung cancer: Most neglected, most deadly
A grandparent, a parent, an aunt, or an uncle — almost everyone knows someone affected by lung cancer. Lung cancer kills more people than any…
Nobel laureates at Vanderbilt: Biographies of two groundbreaking researchers
Vanderbilt is a globally renowned university known for its groundbreaking research, and the Nobel Prize is often seen as the reward for the pinnacle of…
Why we love music: The science behind your favorite playlists
Our favorite songs have a way of evoking emotions in us, whether it’s an undeniable urge to get up and dance or an overwhelming need…
Plastic containers release billions of microplastics in your microwave
Microplastics are everywhere. They are in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. They worm their way into the…