Digital marketing expert shares his thoughts on online display advertising, browser cookies, online privacy, Europe’s GDPR, and the post-cookie future of the web. By Katherine Gianni Internet cookies. Unlike chocolate chip confections we’re used to thinking of when hearing the word 🍪, these cookies are small blocks of data created…

To dive more into the richness of the Arab American community, BU Arabic & comparative literature professor Margaret Litvin shares her efforts to learn and teach about Arabic cultures and language. By: Rachel Lin The history of Arab immigrants in the United States dates back many years. According to the…

Critical applied linguist examines why some people choose to distance themselves from their native accents, dialects, and languages. By Katherine Gianni Is it possible to “forget” your first language? While linguists agree that losing one’s native language entirely is rare, language attrition, or the process of forgetting certain words, phrases…

BU neuroscientist and collaborators have developed a multidisciplinary approach using a new microscope, artificial intelligence algorithm, and voltage indicators to better measure brain activity. By Katherine Gianni When studying the brain, researchers are just beginning to use a method known as voltage imaging to track neural activity in the living…

In recognition of Women’s History Month, three Boston University journalism professors share their journey — both highs and lows — as women in the field. By Thalia Plata Each March, the National Women’s History Alliance announces a new theme recognizing Women’s History Month. This year, the theme is “Celebrating Women…

Expert philosopher and ethicist shares his thoughts on the ethics and pedagogy of AI text generation in the educational process, discussing how school systems should handle the integration of ChatGPT in classrooms. By Rachel Lin It’s no secret that classroom tools and technologies are constantly evolving. Students used to bring…

Cancer epidemiologist breaks down common myths around cancer risk, screening guidelines, and how to boost health equity. By Katherine Gianni According to data from the American Cancer Society, cancer continues to be the second leading cause of death in the United States behind heart disease. Some of the most common…

A sociologist examines ways race, gender and identity influence the online dating experience. — By Thalia Plata BIPOC users, especially Black women on mainstream dating apps, found that violent racist and sexist behavior directed towards them is front and center. Homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia and misogyny also all intersect with racism to shape the experiences (and behaviors) of users. Whether you’re currently dating or have…

“Home and Belonging” is the theme for this year’s memorial day. By Katherine Gianni and Giana Carrozza Since its conception in the early 2000's, International Holocaust Remembrance Day has been a time for people around the world to reflect on the history of the Holocaust and anti-Semitism, and learn how…