Dr. Priya Deshmukh - Senior Editor, Health

The Erosion of Expertise: Why Power Now Often Disregards Knowledge Nearly 80% of corporate leaders admit to making decisions based on gut feeling rather than data analysis, a statistic that highlights a disturbing trend: in the 21st century, power increasingly dismisses knowledge. Sir Francis Bacon’s famous assertion – “knowledge is power” – feels increasingly antiquated … Read more

The Future of Appetite: Why Losing Your Desire to Eat Is a Growing Concern Nearly 30% of adults report experiencing a loss of appetite at some point, a figure that’s quietly climbing alongside rising stress levels, evolving dietary habits, and a growing awareness of the gut-brain connection. But this isn’t just about feeling ‘not hungry’ … Read more

The Looming Crisis in Scientific Discovery: Why ‘Blue Sky’ Research is More Vital Than Ever Nearly half of all scientific breakthroughs with significant economic impact began as curiosity-driven research – investigations with no immediate practical application. Yet, funding for this essential type of science is dwindling, squeezed by demands for short-term, demonstrable results. This isn’t … Read more