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Dr. Emily Roberts

Dr. Emily Roberts

Dr. Emily Roberts has a PhD in molecular biology and zero patience for headline science. She edits OwlyTimes' health and science coverage from Boston, focuses on what studies actually showed (sample size, methodology, who funded it), and tries to leave readers neither panicked nor falsely reassured.

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WHO Probes Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard MV Hondius off Cape VerdeHealth

WHO Probes Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard MV Hondius off Cape Verde

The WHO and South African health officials are investigating a hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius near Cape Verde that has caused three confirmed deaths.

Global Health Grant Rules Now Require Lead Researchers from LMICsHealth

Global Health Grant Rules Now Require Lead Researchers from LMICs

Wellcome now requires lead researchers from low and middle-income countries to head projects, turning geographic leadership into a firm funding requirement.

Caleb Walsh Starts Boston University PhD Program Eight Days Post-GradScience

Caleb Walsh Starts Boston University PhD Program Eight Days Post-Grad

Caleb Walsh begins a dual Doctor of Physical Therapy and PhD in Rehabilitation program at Boston University just eight days after his undergraduate degree.

Granada, Panama Universities Partner to Promote Spanish in ScienceScience

Granada, Panama Universities Partner to Promote Spanish in Science

The University of Granada and the University of Panama signed the Granada Declaration to boost the use of Spanish in global scientific research and media.

Colorado Lawmakers Scramble to Fill ACA Subsidy GapHealth

Colorado Lawmakers Scramble to Fill ACA Subsidy Gap

Colorado lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 178 to secure $140 million in funding by May 13 to cover gaps left after federal ACA health subsidies expired.

Georgia Courts Weigh Health Policy Changes Amid Voting Rights DisputesHealth

Georgia Courts Weigh Health Policy Changes Amid Voting Rights Disputes

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff leads a legislative effort to address maternal mortality gaps while state courts navigate ongoing disputes over voting rights.

Syphilis Cases Hit 30-Year High as Doctors Push Universal ScreeningHealth

Syphilis Cases Hit 30-Year High as Doctors Push Universal Screening

Syphilis cases in the United States have reached a 30-year high. Medical experts now urge universal screening protocols to address 12 years of rising rates.

Keystone Science School Marks 50 Years of Outdoor EducationScience

Keystone Science School Marks 50 Years of Outdoor Education

Keystone Science School celebrates 50 years of outdoor education in Colorado. Founder Bob Craig established the campus to teach students in the field.

US Military Carbon Emissions Surge Amid Global Conflict TrendsScience

US Military Carbon Emissions Surge Amid Global Conflict Trends

The United States military increased its greenhouse gas emissions as intensified operations in the Middle East drive higher fuel consumption for the nation.

Century-Old Talbot Completes 3,500-Mile UK Charity DriveHealth

Century-Old Talbot Completes 3,500-Mile UK Charity Drive

Harry Sear drove a century-old Talbot 14/45 across 3,500 miles of the United Kingdom to raise funds for the mental health charity Reclaim Life by 30 April.

New Documentary The Story of Everything Debates Science and FaithScience

New Documentary The Story of Everything Debates Science and Faith

Directors Brian Bird and Lee Strobel explore the intersection of science and faith in their new documentary, The Story of Everything, in Fathom theaters.

Louisiana VA Promotes State Programs to Support Returning VeteransHealth

Louisiana VA Promotes State Programs to Support Returning Veterans

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs promotes state programs offering vocational, educational, and peer support to help veterans transition home.