A thoughtfully curated collection of articles on innovative solutions, brought together to inspire and inform.
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How a cave fungus became a municipal-finance problem…and a conservation solution.
New research links the spread of white-nose syndrome to higher municipal bond yields—and points to a novel way for investors to make money by saving wildlife.
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‘Think outside the bots’: How to stop AI from turning your brain to mush
GPS ruined our sense of direction. Search engines weaken our memory. AI, scientists warn, could do the same to everything from creativity to critical thinking.
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Embrace the buzz by attracting beneficial bugs to your garden | The Optimist Daily
Create an inviting garden retreat and observe nature’s helpers at work.
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Amazon bets on what could be a game-changing heat pump
The tech giant signed a multiyear contract with Transaera, a startup with MIT roots, for next-gen heat pumps that will help reduce energy costs and…
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New dementia research highlights two surprising risk factors you can address today | The Optimist Daily
High cholesterol and untreated vision loss are now linked to dementia. Here’s how to take action early and protect your brain health.
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Brain health in old age starts taking shape far earlier than most people realize | The Optimist Daily
New research shows dementia risk begins forming in childhood, making prevention a lifelong project, not just a concern for old age.
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How middle-of-the-night wake-ups might unlock your most creative ideas | The Optimist Daily
Waking up in the middle of the night might be frustrating—but it could be your brain’s secret weapon for creativity and problem-solving. Read on to learn why.
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How a short nap can supercharge your problem-solving skills | The Optimist Daily
A brief snooze may help your brain make connections you didn’t even realize existed.
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Do you have mushrooms on your lawn? Here’s why that’s a good thing | The Optimist Daily
Learn why lawn mushrooms signal healthy soil and benefit your garden.
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How the UK plans to end smoking for an entire generation | The Optimist Daily
The UK’s Tobacco and Vapes Bill has cleared Parliament, making it permanently illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born after January 1, 2009.
