Candid Portraits of Amtrak Passengers Traveling Across America

After a childhood spent working on a local freight line, photographer McNair Evans recently returned to his railroad roots for his photo series “In Search of Great Men.” He traveled across America on Amtrak trains, capturing portraits of fellow passengers while on board. The intimate images evoke a sense of longing and an underlying optimism. Strangers, some huddled under blankets, patiently wait to reach their …

How Artificial Intelligence Can Quickly Diagnose Cancer

While a viable cure for cancer may be still be decades away, researchers at the University of California Los Angeles have found a promising way to efficiently diagnose and prevent the disease. Using a special microscope and an artificial intelligence algorithm, they’re able to non-destructively identify cancer in a sample, significantly reducing the time and effort normally needed to diagnose. The researchers believe their method—which …

11 Apps and Gadgets That Encourage Greener Living

We should be adopting environmentally-friendly habits all year long, not just when Earth Day swings around—but sometimes it’s tough to know where to start. The team at The Webby’s Netted is helping ease the transition with their latest round-up, which gathers 11 of their favorite eco-conscious apps, products and websites that integrate green practices into the tech-obsessed world. With apps like Recycle Nation, services including …