Air Pollution: Breathing in Biofuels
By Jessica Monterrosa Think of the last time you were at a bonfire. Maybe you were at the beach, or…
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How Nonsugar Sweeteners Affect Gut Health
By Brittany Trinh Do you take your coffee with a spoonful of sugar or use a nonsugar sweetener such as…
Medicinal Plants to Nourish the Soul
By Daniela Zarate White sage. Peyote. Opium Poppy. African Dream Root. What do all these species have in common? These…
Nicotine Receptor May Play a Part in Cannabis Addiction
A new study suggests that a mutant nicotine receptor in the brain could make some people more susceptible to cannabis addiction.
You Can Help Beat Extreme Heat in Cities
Imagine a smoldering hot day in downtown Boston: temperatures have reached over 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the sidewalks and streets…
Environmental Health Is a Social Justice Issue
By Shayna Keyles (@shaynakeyles) When we talk about recycling, mitigating climate change, protecting habitats, and more, it’s not only for…
Empowering Communities to Examine Lead Exposure with Crowd the Tap
By Bradley Allf Lead pipes for transporting water have been a fixture of modern civilization for more than two thousand…
Imagining Future Wastewater Solutions
Wastewater is a health threat in communities worldwide and researchers constantly seek treatment solutions to improve the health of individuals and communities.
Ultrafast Camera Freezes Time
A new ultrafast camera technology called T-CUP is making it possible to see extremely fast phenomena, even light, in slow…
Why Plastics Are Dangerous to Our Health
Is the BPA found in plastics dangerous to our health? The science doesn’t look good. Learn when to avoid BPA and where it may be found.