Can machine learning techniques predict the popularity of memes on social media?
What exactly makes memes transmitted through online social networks go viral? Research published recently in Applied Network Science uses machine… Read more »
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A data-driven approach for assessing biking safety in cities
The bicycle is arguably the most sustainable and eco-friendly mode of transport but biking safety remains a prime concern, especially in cities.… Read more »
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Express Letter: a new article type for Earth, Planets and Space
Express Letter is an article type recently introduced in Earth, Planets and Space with the aim of providing authors with a fast… Read more »
Highlights of the BMC Series – December 2020
Long Covid - Maternal Cannabis Use - Pesticide Poisoning - Psychotherapy and Refugees - Dying Patient Law
Dog adoption: are you taking home more than you bargained for?
As the pandemic continues to keep people at home, dog companions remain in high demand. A recently published consensus statement… Read more »
The forgotten Covid-19 ‘survivors’
Many people who have been infected with coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2 virus) have reported long-lasting symptoms that don't resolve… Read more »
Earth, Planets and Space: An interview with the former and the new Editor-in-Chief
After eight years of dedicated work on Earth, Planets and Space, Prof. Yasuo Ogawa will hand over editorship of the journal to… Read more »
Welcome to BMC Genomic Data
This year, BMC Genetics celebrates its 20th anniversary and makes an important announcement about its future; the journal will be… Read more »
Contrasting views: Whether to Order a CT Scan with Contrast or Not
In our next BMC Nephrology blog, Blog Editor Dr. Sumeska Thavarajah takes a look at recommendations of contrast use in individuals… Read more »
Chlorination provides an option for controlling cercariae
A recent lab and field-based study investigated the amount and duration of chlorine needed to inactivate schistosome cercariae and… Read more »