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Images Show Entire "Universe" of Circular Structure That Can Only Be Seen as Radio Signals

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Now, thanks to the latest advances in radio observatories, scientists are uncovering an entire "low surface brightness universe" teeming with circular curiosities, according to a team of researchers from Australia including an entirely new class of cosmic object. So, a near-perfect circle in a messy universe is a special find."

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Participate in the NGO Insights on Immigrant Entrepreneurship Survey

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Public Good Initiative (University of Toronto), in partnership with OCASI (Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants), invites individuals to participate in the NGO Insights on Immigrant Entrepreneurship Survey.

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The Looming Membership Cliff: What Associations Can and Should Be Doing

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Michael DiFrisco, Executive Director of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry , surveyed members and found that 52% of accredited members were planning to retire in the next five years. Kelli Baxter, then Executive Director of the American Translators Association , surveyed members and found that 62% of members were close to retirement!

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How you can help save declining butterflies

Fast Company Tech

Geological Surveys Powell Center Status of Butterflies of the United States Working Group , which I am involved in. Because humans are fond of butterflies, its easy to get volunteers to participate in surveys to count them. From 2000 to 2020, the number of butterflies fell by 22% across the continental United States.

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Mental health of staff supporting women experiencing violence suffered during the pandemic, Dalhousie University research

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Dalhousie University released new research which found that the mental health of staff supporting women experiencing violence suffered during the pandemic due to increased demand and the need to adapt service delivery in response to public health mandates. Workers also reported vicarious trauma, anxiety and depression during this time.

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Iceland built 1,756 wheelchair ramps in the past 4 years. Why can’t other countries do that?

Fast Company Tech

In a recent study, 70% of disabled people surveyed said theyve shown up to a building only to realize they couldnt get inside. Buildings, sidewalks, and transportation systems often remain out of compliance or are poorly maintained, and legal protections such as the ADA arent universal. And this isnt just an Icelandic issue.

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Survey shows many people believe AI chatbots like ChatGPT are conscious

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According to a new study from the University of Waterloo, the software's human-like conversational style has resulted in over two-thirds (67%) of those surveyed believing LLMs have a degree of consciousness. Generative AI language tools have made unbelievable advancements over the last few years. Read Entire Article

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