Here’s what the science actually shows about this intriguing fungus – and why moderation and caution still matter.

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Research by philosopher of science and Honorary Research Associate at Bangor University, Byron Hyde, looked at the role of transparency in fostering public trust in science. Hyde argues that, to find ...

On a special episode (first released on August 27, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Is coolness just a vibe—or something deeper? A new global study spanning 12 countries finds surprising common traits ...

Dr. Frank is a professor of astrophysics at the University of Rochester. A few years ago, on a flight, I was seated next to a man in his mid-20s. He looked at the astrobiology textbook I was reading ...

Peter Hotez is a prominent vaccine scientist. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is a prominent vaccine skeptic. In 2023, podcast host Joe Rogan invited the two to debate — promising $100,000 to the charity of ...

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The promise of singular causes and silver bullet cures might draw attention. But experts warn that it could backfire on ...

Byron Hyde receives funding from the Wellcome Trust. When people trust science, they can make better decisions, follow helpful rules and work together on big problems like health, climate change and ...