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Study finds copper key to more efficient biomass breakdown
Nonfood, plant-based biofuels have potential as a green alternative to fossil fuels, but the enzymes required…
Stephen Hawking and I created his final theory of the cosmos—here's what it reveals about the origins of time and life
The late physicist Stephen Hawking first asked me to work with him to develop “a new…
New study reveals boreal wetlands are a large source of reactive vapors in a warming climate
Boreal wetlands are a significant source of isoprene and terpenes, a class of highly reactive organic…
Size and diversity of research teams does not automatically equate to better research outcomes, finds new study
While often large research teams are able to generate more impact, they struggle to reach top-tier…
When a cat video elicits more than warm fuzzies: Examining human responses to 'cuteness' in social media
Could a kitten in your Instagram feed sway your cereal choice? If the cat has saucer-sized…
Chasms on the flanks of a Martian volcano
Mars has some of the most impressive volcanoes in the solar system. ESA’s Mars Express has…
Copper artifacts reveal changing connections in prehistoric Europe
The geochemistry of copper artifacts reveals changes in distribution networks across prehistoric Europe, according to a…
Australian bushfires likely contributed to multiyear La Niña
The catastrophic Australian bushfires in 2019–2020 contributed to ocean cooling thousands of miles away, ultimately nudging…
Millions of US households may struggle to afford basic water services
A new analysis suggests that about one in seven households across the U.S. may face financial…