Lila
Science journalist with 14+ years of experience covering space, medicine, AI, and climate science. Expert at translating complex research into clear, engaging stories for everyday audiences.
""Science is not just about discovery. It is about understanding the world we live in."" Lila Mercer is a accomplished science journalist with a deep passion for translating complex scientific discoveries into compelling, accessible stories for everyday audiences. With years of experience covering ...
Articles by Lila
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India Goes AI-Ready: CBSE Introduces AI and Computational Thinking from Class 3 (2026–27)
CBSE introduces AI and computational thinking for Classes 3–8 from 2026–27, building digital skills, critical thinking, and future-ready learning.
CDC Pauses Dozens of Lab Tests During Evaluation and in the Wake of Downsizing
CDC lab testing pause affects dozens of diagnostic tests, raising concerns over staffing cuts and risks to public health and outbreak detection in 2026.
13 Surprising Ways GLP-1s May Benefit the Body, According to Science
Discover 13 surprising GLP-1 benefits beyond diabetes and weight loss, including heart health, brain function, and reduced inflammation.
Excess Abdominal Fat Is a Greater Risk Factor Than Overall Obesity, Warns Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh
Abdominal fat is a greater risk than overall obesity, says Jitendra Singh, highlighting rising cardiometabolic risks among Indians with normal BMI.
Japan's Viral Baby Monkey Punch Has Found a Girlfriend: What the Science Says About Primate Social Bonding
Punch the monkey finds a girlfriend Momo-chan. Explore the science of primate bonding, attachment, and social behavior behind the viral story.
Trichy Biotech Firm Evolute Bioscience Ends Animal Testing with Virtual Simulation Software
Evolute Bioscience ends animal testing in pharmacology education by adopting virtual simulation software with PETA India and Simcology India.