Although many studies approach the developmental disorder Rett syndrome as a single condition arising from general loss of function in the gene MECP2, a new study by neuroscientists in The Picower Institute for Learning…

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MIT News·higher-ed

Powering 160,000 hours of discovery at MIT.nano

Each year, more than 1,500 researchers rely on over 200 tools and instruments at MIT.nano to pursue experiments that span MIT’s disciplines, collectively generating 160,000 hours of work across 88,000 instances of tool…

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UC Berkeley News·policy

Remembering Eugene Bardach, a towering figure in public policy

The world of public policy lost a leading scholar on April 24 with the passing of Eugene Bardach, a beloved professor at the Goldman School of Public Policy. The post Remembering Eugene Bardach, a towering figure in…

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MIT News·higher-ed

It took 40 years for technology to catch up to this zipper design

In 1985, the Innovative Design Fund placed an ad in Scientific American offering up to $10,000 to support clever prototypes for clothing, home decor, and textiles. William Freeman PhD ’92, then an electrical engineer at…

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Reason·policy

Justice Alito Enters Administrative Stay of Mifepristone Order

This morning Justice Alito entered an administrative stay ( two actually) of the order of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit halting the Food and Drug Administration regulation allowing for the prescription…

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AASA Schools of Thought

How Ephrata Measures What Matters for Student Success

A community’s vision reshaped the way students learn and grow.

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THE Journal (K12 EdTech)·edtech

Microsoft and OpenAI Announce Revised Alliance, Loosening Exclusive Ties

Microsoft and OpenAI have reworked the terms of their high-profile partnership, signaling a shift in how the two companies will collaborate as competition in the AI market intensifies.

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UT Austin News·higher-ed

UT Startup To Scale Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tech With UT Seed Fund Investment

Celadyne, a startup launched out of UT Austin, is utilizing dual-use materials to solve long-standing infrastructure challenges in hydrogen production and storage, clearing a path for hydrogen's widespread adoption. The…

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Campus Technology

Microsoft and OpenAI Rework Alliance, Loosening Exclusive Ties

Microsoft and OpenAI have adjusted the terms of their high-profile partnership, signaling a shift in how the two companies will collaborate as competition in the AI market intensifies.

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EdWeek Teaching & Learning

Eat More Protein? Exercise More? Why Teachers Need Better Self-Care Advice (Opinion)

Many of us have heard the phrase “teacher tired,” but it’s worth naming what that actually means.

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NAU News (NAU Review)·higher-ed

How one grad made the most of her time at NAU

Aspen Jester started her collegiate career on the pre-med track with plans to be in healthcare. She started pre-med, then shifted to pre-physician assistant. But in her junior year, she landed in a field with which she…

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FSU News·higher-ed

Against the wind: FAMU-FSU researchers show how flight angles affect turbulence

At high speeds, even the smallest movement can have major consequences. When an aircraft tilts sharply during flight, the air around it does not flow smoothly. It twists into powerful, swirling currents that can…

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The College Fix·higher-ed

UC Davis: No using Native American artifacts in class without tribe’s permission

Vice chancellor says policy is ‘important human rights and cultural heritage effort’ The University of California Davis reminded faculty Thursday that they cannot use Native American “cultural items” in their classrooms…

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Votebeat·higher-ed

Amid GOP doubts, Jocelyn Benson seeks to assure voters she can run fair election

This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan , a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here . Votebeat is a…

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FSU News·higher-ed

The Big Story: May 4, 2026

Florida State University awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters to alumna and Spanx founder Sara Blakely during spring commencement, recognizing a career built on instinct, persistence and a willingness to do…

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Vanderbilt News·higher-ed

Bringing it back: Commencement events May 7–8 at Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University will honor the Class of 2026 and their achievements with a series of events on May 7 and 8. Check out this guide to Vanderbilt’s 2026 Commencement events.

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Reason·policy

How a Bill Banning AI Companions for Kids Could Usher in Widespread ID Checks Online

Sen. Josh Hawley's Guidelines for User Age-verification and Responsible Dialogue (GUARD) Act advanced out of the Senate Judiciary committee last week. "A Trojan horse for universal online ID checks," is how Jibran…

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AASA Resources

Future Proofing Schools: Capital Planning Now to Prepare for What's Next

This webinar explored how districts can future‑proof their schools by moving from reactive fixes to a strategic, long‑range approach supported by credible facilities data.

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