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When you hear the word “festival,” you might imagine music, food, or colorful booths. NeuroFest at UC Davis isn’t that kind of festival. Instead, it’s a day dedicated to something far more fascinating: the human brain.

Walking in, I expected lectures, maybe a few posters, and a quiet crowd of students taking notes. But the room was alive. Kids crowded around interactive exhibits, researchers animatedly explained their projects, and undergraduates guided hands-on activities. It felt less like a science event and more like a space where curiosity ruled, where everyone, no matter their age or experience, was invited to ask questions and explore.

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San Jose's Tech Interactive has been honored with the Roy L. Shafer Leading Edge Award from the Association of Science and Technology Centers, recognizing the Silicon Valley institution's groundbreaking work scaling STEM education globally. The award highlights how local innovation continues to drive worldwide impact.

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San José just signed a game-changing power agreement with PG&E, positioning the city as the West Coast's data center capital. The deal guarantees 2,000 megawatts of new capacity and creates thousands of high-paying tech jobs - perfect timing for professionals leading Silicon Valley's AI revolution.

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Imagine having the Indian flag being represented by bold flavors on a plate. Three distinct marinades create India’s tricolor flag with his showstopping appetizer. Creamy malai, vibrant hariyali, and classic tikka flavors join to create one stunning dish. Aspiring chef, Janam Gupta flaunts his cooking skills with a dish that does justice to the Indian flag.

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The X5 celebrates 25 years of defining luxury European SUVs. After losing its way for a few years, has BMW finally delivered the ultimate driving machine we’ve been waiting for? Automotive enthusiasts Vansh Gupta and Janam Gupta find out if this nearly six-figure SUV deserves your hard-earned cash. 

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SF Design Week was full of creatives, connection, and unexpected wins. Over six action-packed days, volunteering, sharing daily takeaways on Linkedin helped gain valuable design insights and new connections, a special shoutout, and an award from Design Bay Area. Hannah Scherer shares her unforgettable experience at SF Design Week.  

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When most people think of holograms, they think of the 3D calling system from Star Wars or the holograms on credit cards used to deter counterfeiting. What may be a surprise is just how essential the technology for making holograms is to neuroscience. It may seem like there’s very little relation between creating a 3D projected image with some lighting trickery and studying the way our brains give rise to behavior. The two have become increasingly intertwined, writes Vikshar Athreya. 

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Technology is present everywhere in our daily lives; however, its application varies significantly from one country to another. Japan and the United States are two of the world's most technologically advanced nations, but their technology habits and preferences are remarkably different, writes Dharani Purushotham. 

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What if life as we know it isn’t real? Simulation Theory proposes that our universe could be a hyper-advanced digital construct created by a higher intelligence. Samara Kothari dives into the science and eerie evidence suggesting we might be the code, not the coders.  

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Immigrant-founded companies generate $8.6 trillion in revenue annually. Nearly half of Fortune 500 companies—46%—were founded by immigrants or their children. Yet somehow, Wall Street continues to chase mythical "average users" while completely ignoring the ethnic communities reshaping American consumer behavior. While tech bros debate AI alignment, Vansh Gupta highlights the brewing industry of ethnic-oriented businesses. Yes, we dared to say “ethnic.” Sue us. 

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