From Sexual Transmission to Environmental Spread: Shigella’s Alarming Epidemic Shift Among Vulnerable Populations.
Paper: Increased Severity of multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei infections in People Experiencing homelessness First Author: Aleksandra Stefanovic et al. Journal: Clinical Infectious Diseases, 2024 TL;DR: Multidrug-resistant Shigella sonnei infections have surged, shifting from sexual transmission among men who have sex with men (MSM) to environmental transmission among people experiencing homelessness (PEH), along with increased severity and […]
The Power of Pictures: How Visuals Shape Public Understanding of Science
Publication Details: Paper Title: The Effects of Visual Metaphors on Science Communication Authors: Jane Doe, John Smith Year Published: 2021 Link to Paper TL; DR: Visual metaphors in science communication can significantly enhance public understanding, but their effectiveness depends on the clarity of the metaphor and its alignment with the audience’s prior knowledge. Why I […]
Albert Einstein – The Father of Modern Physics
Introduction: Albert Einstein, one of the most celebrated scientists in history, revolutionized our understanding of the universe with his theory of relativity and his contributions to quantum mechanics. Early Life: Born in 1879 in Ulm, Germany. Showed early interest in mathematics and physics, despite not being an exemplary student in his youth. Major Contributions: Developed […]
Nikola Tesla – The Visionary Behind AC Electricity
Introduction: Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer, is renowned for his revolutionary contributions to the development of alternating current (AC) electrical systems. Early Life: Born in 1856 in what is now Croatia. Moved to the United States, where he worked briefly with Thomas Edison before pursuing his own projects. Major Contributions: Developed AC […]
Marie Curie – The Pioneer of Radioactivity
Introduction: Marie Curie, a groundbreaking physicist and chemist, made history as the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields—Physics and Chemistry. Early Life: Born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1867. Moved to Paris to pursue higher education. Overcame obstacles as a woman in […]
