Publications – Page 2 – Breaking Barriers

The Mirage of Miracle Breakthroughs: The Dangers of Pop Science in the Modern Age

Posted on November 7, 2023November 2, 2023 by cary

In an era where information spreads at the speed of light, pop science has emerged as a bridge between the complex world of scientific research and the general populace. However, the recent debacle around the purported discovery of a room-temperature superconductor, LK-99, sheds light on the darker side of pop science, illustrating how misinformation can Read More “The Mirage of Miracle Breakthroughs: The Dangers of Pop Science in the Modern Age”

He called me Cary and I called him Coach

Posted on November 2, 2023August 3, 2026 by cary

In the quaint little town of Bloomington, Indiana, where the days roll gently between the crimson leaves of fall and the soft snowflakes of winter, there lay a humble yet lively establishment by the name of Kilroys. It was not the grandeur of the place, nor its historical significance, but the rich tapestry of human Read More “He called me Cary and I called him Coach”

Just how Social is your Media

Posted on November 1, 2023November 4, 2023 by cary

Kim Key discusses in her article titled “Stop Oversharing: How to Make Your Social Profiles Private,” the risks associated with oversharing on social media platforms and offers practical steps to enhance privacy and security. Key emphasizes that oversharing can make individuals vulnerable to various threats, including scams, stalking, and data breaches. She outlines four key Read More “Just how Social is your Media”

Exploratory Data Analysis for Maternal and Child Health in Indiana: A Decadal Perspective (2010-2020)

Posted on August 30, 2023September 1, 2023 by cary

This exploratory data analysis delves into the intricacies of maternal and infant health metrics in Indiana from 2010 to 2020. The dataset comprises 813,837 records and spans a gamut of health indicators, demographic features, and regional descriptors. The investigation revolves around the variables MOTHER_RESID_COUNTY_TYPE and MOTHER_AGE_GRP to dissect the data’s multidimensional aspects. Employing descriptive statistics, Read More “Exploratory Data Analysis for Maternal and Child Health in Indiana: A Decadal Perspective (2010-2020)”

The day I became a writer.

Posted on August 25, 2023August 24, 2023 by cary

Like many, my relationship with writing is a complex blend of love and frustration. When inspiration strikes, and time permits, I find that I can write quite well. Yet, those moments are rare, fleeting, and all the more precious for it. There were times when the words flowed effortlessly, and those instances were nothing short Read More “The day I became a writer.”

Education is an heirloom, a catalyst for growth and engine for social equity

Posted on May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 by cary

Education is a valuable inheritance that shapes the future of nations. In the twenty-first century, our teaching colleges serve as vital institutions of higher learning, poised to ride the wave of educational advancement. As former President Obama once stated, if we are to “win the future,” political leaders at the federal, state, and local levels Read More “Education is an heirloom, a catalyst for growth and engine for social equity”

Unbanned

Posted on May 21, 2023July 14, 2023 by cary

The Brooklyn Public Library’s Books Unbanned program reportedly offers a complimentary library card to individuals aged 13-21. This unique initiative aims to provide access to books that have been removed from school or public libraries in response to censorship and book banning efforts. By granting patrons across the United States the ability to borrow eBooks Read More “Unbanned”