• Impact of desflurane versus isoflurane on early cognitive function of the elderly undergoing lumbar surgery: a randomized clinical trial

    CONCLUSION: Desflurane had less impact on postoperative cognitive function of the elderly patients and had less interference with expression of LINC01844. The relative level of LINC01844 in peripheral blood may be a potential biomarker for POCD.

  • From Image to 3D: The Structure from Motion in OpenCV

    We capture the world with cameras that compress depth, texture, and geometry into flat pixel grids, yet our minds effortlessly reconstruct the 3D structure behind them. What if computers could do the same? Structure-from-Motion (SfM) is the technique that enables this. By analyzing how features shift across multiple images, SfM simultaneously recovers the camera motion…

  • Association of blood pressure control with atrial and ventricular ectopy in SPRINT

    CONCLUSION: Intensive BP control did not reduce the incidence of cardiac ectopy in patients with hypertension. Given the variable nature of PAC and PVC burden, further studies with continuous monitoring or more frequent sampling in larger populations are warranted.

  • How Leaders Stay True to Themselves and Their Stakeholders

    When we talk about the importance of authentic leadership, we often focus on how a leader is perceived and builds trust. But there can be a shadow side to authenticity that can have negative effects, when we see authenticity as a license to express our unfiltered selves. In his work with executives and research into…

  • Our Guide to the Winter 2026 Issue

    How to Make Scenario Planning Stick Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis Key Insight: Companies are better able to respond to rising uncertainty when they combine scenario planning with other strategic practices. Top Takeaways: Scenario planning is a valuable tool for managing uncertainty in an organization, but its impact can be limited if the…

  • Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England

    Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios by Rafael Ramírez, Trudi Lang, Joakim Köhler, and Matt Mennell Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns by Cynthia Selin Scenario Planning: A Tool for…

  • A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios

    Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England by Jacqueline Koay, John Lewis, Julia Giese, and Melissa Davey How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns by Cynthia Selin Scenario Planning: A Tool…

  • Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns

    Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England by Jacqueline Koay, John Lewis, Julia Giese, and Melissa Davey How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios by Rafael Ramírez, Trudi Lang, Joakim Köhler, and Matt…

  • Should I Feel Guilty about Using AI?

    Because Matthew Roling is an environmentalist, he often gets a surprised response when he says he uses AI tools. “I’ve met a lot of people who say, ‘oh my gosh, you use AI? But you’re the climate person! Don’t you know that AI queries have a high carbon footprint?’” says Roling, a clinical assistant professor at…

  • When Supply-Chain Disruptions Strike, Preparation Is Everything

    In early 2020, Ford’s prospects in the electric-vehicle market looked more promising than ever. The automaker announced it would soon release its first all-electric SUV, the Mustang Mach-E, and its market share was inching closer to that of industry giant Tesla. But just as Ford was starting to hit its stride, disaster struck. The Covid-19…