Aside from preventing burnout, the Army has much to gain from embracing telework; for example, they’ll be able to train troops for modern combat. Modern war is heavily reliant on decentralised coordination for complex operations to succeed, as not every soldier will be in the same geographical area. Telework not only provides a low-risk environment for soldiers to practice what it’s like to communicate in a remote setting, but it also identifies those who are likely to fail when placed in such a situation during actual conflicts. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
