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Category: Social Sciences

Environment Science Policy Sustainable Living 

Commodity-Driven Deforestation Threatens Forests

May 7, 2021July 19, 2021 Science Connectedbusiness/economics, forests

The global market for consumer goods has led to a long-term trend of deforestation. Companies, governments, and individuals can reverse this.

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environmental policy matters Science Debate Series Science Policy 

Environmental Policy Matters with Science Debate

April 20, 2021June 15, 2022 Science Connectedenvironmental health, environmental protection

This series of articles about environmental policy issues was made possible by Science Debate, for a scientifically literate electorate.

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science policy challenges Science Policy 

Science Policy Challenges in Four Parts

April 14, 2021June 15, 2022 Science Connectedenvironmental protection, science debate

Dr. Jonathan Trinastic investigates four major science policy issues and how the federal government can join scientists in finding solutions.

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Health Psychology 

How the Placebo Effect “Tricks” the Brain

April 12, 2021April 6, 2022 Science Connectedmedicine

You have probably heard of the placebo effect, but what is it and how does it work? Can something that’s in our heads actually provide relief?

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women in STEM Diversity in Science 

Women in STEM: You Don’t Look Like a Scientist

March 29, 2021April 17, 2022 Science Connectedwomen in science, Women in STEM, women in tech

There are many women in STEM professions, yet research shows women who look feminine are still judged less likely to be scientists.

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ANALYSIS: SOLAR IS THE EQUITABLE ENERGY SOURCE Renewable Energy Science Policy Sustainable Living 

Analysis: Solar is the Equitable Energy Source

March 22, 2021April 14, 2021 Science Connectedrenewable energy, solar energy, solar power

There are potential benefits for everyone when governments support the advancement of solar technology and economic development plans for equitable energy.

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food waste and our problem with ugly produce Psychology Sustainable Living 

Food Waste: The Psychology of Ugly Produce

March 1, 2021March 3, 2021 Science Connecteddining, environment, food

Food waste is a big problem in the United States, where each household discards an average of one third of the food people buy.

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humor helps your memory Psychology 

Humor Helps You Remember

February 16, 2021February 12, 2021 Science Connectedmemory, news, politics

Bringing humor to the news may be a perfect combination for encouraging people to remember information and then share it with people they know.

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International Day Of Women And Girls In Science Diversity in Science STEM Education 

Editorial: International Day Of Women And Girls In Science

February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 Science Connectedwomen in science, Women in STEM, women in tech

Today is International Day Of Women And Girls In Science! Today, we focus our attention on the hard work of women in the sciences and the obstacles they continue to face.

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news told with humor more likely to be shared Psychology 

News Told with Humor More Likely to Be Shared

January 27, 2021February 5, 2021 Science Connectedbehavior, memory, news, politics

How often do you share funny news stories? New research suggests news with humor in it is more likely to be both shared and remembered.

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Spotlight: Environment

Many fishes swimming above corals. Photo credit: NOAA's Coral Kingdom Collection, Bonaire 2008: Exploring Coral Reef Sustainability with New Technologies.; NOAA/OAR/OER Biodiversity and Conservation Climate Change Marine and Freshwater Biology 

Can Coral Reefs Escape to the Deep?

August 3, 2022August 3, 2022 Science Connectedclimate change, coral reefs, marine life, ocean
Many of the harms done by climate change and overfishing are worst near the surface. Could coral reefs relocate deeper to...
Underwater Gardening: Coral Reefs and Aquaculture Climate Change Ecology Marine and Freshwater Biology 

Coral Reefs Versus Climate Change

July 25, 2022July 6, 2022 Science Connectedcoral, coral reefs
Are you wondering how climate change is impacting coral reefs around the world? This roundup of articles will answer your questions.
Smoke plume from the Riverside Fire on Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, in September 2020

Severe Wildfires Rare, but Normal, for Cascades

July 11, 2022July 6, 2022 Science Connected
Pikas spend the summer gathering grasses and wildflowers to store for winter food. When summer temperatures are too high, the pikas can’t forage. (Photo by Chris Ray)

Climate Change Threatens California Pikas

June 13, 2022June 13, 2022 Science Connectedanimals, climate change, environment, extinction, pikas
pink sea fan coral

A Rosy Future for Pink Sea Fan Coral?

June 6, 2022July 30, 2022 Science Connectedcoral, coral reefs
Bee Friendly Garden

Urban Gardens a Haven for Pollinators

May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Science Connectedbees, insects, pollinators, urban gardening
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