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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.

1648 articles published

Latest Articles

Trump's Crackdown: Hospitals Face Ethical StakesHealth

Trump's Crackdown: Hospitals Face Ethical Stakes

Uncover the hidden ethical crisis! Trump's immigration policies are forcing hospitals to choose between patient care & political pressure. Analyze the alar...

Earthquake Prediction: The Timing Problem AnalysisScience

Earthquake Prediction: The Timing Problem Analysis

Unravel the earthquake prediction puzzle! Our analysis reveals why timing remains the biggest hurdle, & explores a groundbreaking Swiss Alps project seekin...

Collagen Boom: Analysis Reveals Slow Path to Skin BenefitsHealth

Collagen Boom: Analysis Reveals Slow Path to Skin Benefits

Decode the collagen craze! Our analysis reveals why the $16B market's promises of rapid skin repair may be overblown. Discover the science & real impact.

Aristotle's Legacy: How Ancient Bias Still DehumanizesScience

Aristotle's Legacy: How Ancient Bias Still Dehumanizes

Uncover how Aristotle’s ancient worldview fuels modern bias. This analysis reveals the surprising link between historical hierarchies & dehumanizing langua...

Rare Disease Trials: Tech's Impact & a New Clinical ShiftHealth

Rare Disease Trials: Tech's Impact & a New Clinical Shift

Uncover how tech is reshaping rare disease trials! Our analysis reveals a crucial clinical shift: patient-centric design & innovative strategies are key.

Beyond “Gamey”: The Flavor’s Hidden Biological StakesScience

Beyond “Gamey”: The Flavor’s Hidden Biological Stakes

Decode the mystery of "gamey" flavor! Our analysis reveals the surprising biology & cultural forces behind this elusive taste—and why it matters.

Milky Way Core: Map Signals Star Birth Mystery Solved?Science

Milky Way Core: Map Signals Star Birth Mystery Solved?

Unravel the Milky Way's star birth mystery! New ALMA data reveals surprising insights into the galactic core. Discover why star formation is surprisingly slow.

Pets at Work: Vanderbilt Health's Wellbeing Shift AnalyzedHealth

Pets at Work: Vanderbilt Health's Wellbeing Shift Analyzed

Uncover the surprising strategy behind Vanderbilt Health's pet-friendly workplace! We analyze how this wellbeing shift boosts morale & reveals a deeper trend.

BioArctic's Cash: Analysis of a Critical Turning PointHealth

BioArctic's Cash: Analysis of a Critical Turning Point

Uncover BioArctic's pivotal moment! Our analysis reveals how $33M cash reserves shape their future amid rising costs & regulatory challenges. Gain key insights.

ISS Research Shift: SpaceX Mission Signals New EraScience

ISS Research Shift: SpaceX Mission Signals New Era

Uncover how SpaceX’s latest ISS mission is reshaping space research! Go beyond logistics—discover the shift to advanced materials science & biomedical brea...

Measles Surge: CDC Data Signals a Dangerous Shift in US ImmunityHealth

Measles Surge: CDC Data Signals a Dangerous Shift in US Immunity

Uncover the alarming truth behind the measles surge. Our analysis reveals why rising cases signal a dangerous shift in US immunity – beyond the headlines.

GCU Forensic Day: A Signal of STEM Workforce ShiftsScience

GCU Forensic Day: A Signal of STEM Workforce Shifts

Uncover the surprising story behind GCU's Forensic Science Day! We analyze how this event signals a critical STEM workforce shift & the future of forensics.