Friends at First Sight? Genetics May Decide
Is there a genetic component to friendship? Mice prefer friends who are genetically similar to them, regardless of other factors.
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Uncovering the Secrets of the Egyptian Geniza With Citizen Science
Classify and transcribe fragments of medieval manuscripts with the Scribes of the Cairo Geniza citizen science project.
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Commodity-Driven Deforestation Threatens 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 with Science Debate
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 in Four Parts
Dr. Jonathan Trinastic investigates four major science policy issues and how the federal government can join scientists in finding solutions.
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How the Placebo Effect “Tricks” the Brain
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: You Don’t Look Like a Scientist
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
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: The Psychology of Ugly Produce
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 You Remember
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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