Science
From mathematics and AI to medicine and psychology, The Optimist Daily features the latest news on discoveries, technological advances, and breakthroughs in the world of science. Our Science section is here to engage and enlighten you.
Paris votes to pedestrianize 500 more streets in push for greener city
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a resounding show of support for a greener, more walkable city, Parisians voted to pedestrianize an additional 500 streets across the capital. The March 23 referendum marks another milestone in Paris’s broader campaign to curb car use and improve urban Read More...
Nine new tardigrade species discovered with help from Danish schoolchildren
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Tardigrades, also known as water bears, are small, resilient creatures that have fascinated scientists for decades. These tiny organisms can survive extreme conditions—freezing, high radiation, and even the vacuum of space. While tardigrades may not grab Read More...
AI tool developed by Cambridge researchers could speed up celiac disease diagnosis
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A team of researchers at the University of Cambridge developed an artificial intelligence tool that may drastically shorten the time it takes to diagnose celiac disease, offering hope to hundreds of thousands of patients in the UK and potentially easing Read More...
UK targets 10 percent pesticide reduction by 2030 to protect pollinators
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a long-awaited move, the UK government has unveiled its first official pesticide reduction target, pledging to cut pesticide use on arable farms by 10 percent by 2030. The plan, aimed at protecting bees and other pollinators, marks a significant shift in Read More...
Super sniffers: how dogs could help detect dangerous bacteria in cystic fibrosis patients
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Meet Jodie. She’s a golden Labrador with a nose for science—literally. At first glance, she might seem like your average good girl, but Jodie is part of a growing group of medical detection dogs trained to sniff out harmful bacteria in humans. And her Read More...
Ancient fish fossils reveal 15-million-year-old secrets in stunning detail
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A team of Australian paleontologists has uncovered exceptionally well-preserved fish fossils that reveal new details about ancient life and challenge conventional fossil preservation methods. These fossils, dating back 15 million years, contain remarkable Read More...
Back from orbit: NASA astronauts return home after unexpected nine-month mission
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM What was supposed to be a quick, eight-day mission turned into an unexpected nine-month cosmic adventure. NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were meant to spend just over a week aboard the International Space Station (ISS) last June. But after Read More...
LSU’s ‘PlantMe Beads’ could make future Mardi Gras more sustainable
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Mardi Gras is synonymous with vibrant parades, dazzling floats, and—of course—plastic beads raining down from balconies and shimmery outfits. For years, the aftermath of these celebrations has left the streets and storm drains of Louisiana clogged with Read More...
AI-powered system helps ships avoid deadly whale collisions
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A revolutionary artificial intelligence-powered detection system is helping ships avoid a tragic and often invisible threat: collisions with whales. Known as WhaleSpotter, this cutting-edge system alerts ship captains in real time when whales are in their Read More...
Can a video game detect Alzheimer's early? Scientists think so
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A new video game is changing the way people think about cognitive health. The Mind Guardian, a free app designed to detect early signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia, recently flagged 73-year-old Paz Rey Duarte as “at risk” for cognitive impairment. Though Read More...