Federal officials say the FBI’s database of people prohibited from purchasing firearms only works if it…
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Low-income renters can't afford rent in nearly 45% of America's largest metro areas
Metro areas in the United States have become increasingly unaffordable to residents, especially Black and Latino…
New proton capture reaction rate of copper-57 changes nucleosynthesis paths in Type-I X-ray burst
An international research team has recently developed a new proton capture reaction rate of copper-57 for the…
Examining the impact of herbicide-resistant crops on weed management
Herbicide-resistant crops are now commonplace in the U.S. and Canada. With proper stewardship, these same crop-trait…
How keeping trees when clearing pastures could reduce climate consequences
Land use change, like cutting down a forest to make way for agriculture, can be a…
How stock market inefficiencies can affect the real economy
Mutual fund investors are known to be vulnerable to fluctuating market conditions. What is less well…
Study shows mangrove and reef restoration yield positive returns on investment for flood protection
A new analysis demonstrates that restoration of mangroves and coral reefs can be a cost-effective solution…
How holographic interferometry could influence the future
Holographic interferometry is the technique of measuring stress, strain, and vibration with light. It is defined…
New, fully biodegradable cellulose membrane proves effective in oil-water separation
Oil spills and industrial pollution pose a huge threat to the ecological environment. Concerns over safety…
Controlled synthesis of crystal flakes paves path for advanced future electronics
The third dimension may be responsible for preventing electronics from becoming thinner, tinier and more flexible,…