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First US study of nest temperature impacts on leatherback hatchlings
One of the most unique of all sea turtle species, the leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), is distinguished…
NASA scientists test new tool for tracking algal blooms
By the time they were over, a series of massive algal blooms along the west coast…
Migration in West Africa: New study on Nigeria shows the ambivalence of biometric ID systems
Most states in West Africa lack reliable data on the number and origin of migrants living…
Will Tropical Storm Hilary's record-smashing rain lead to a wildflower bloom?
Tropical Storm Hilary’s historic rains are great news for wildflower lovers—if you’re into shy desert blooms…
Medieval French narrative reveals that the complexity of gender identity spans centuries
Gender and gender identity may seem like more recent headline-grabbing topics, but societies have discussed the…
Speech study finds classic Georgia accent fading fast
A collaborative study between the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech has found the classic Southern…
People who primarily 'use their own gut feeling' more easily believe conspiracy theories: Study
People who primarily use their own gut feeling to determine what is true and false are…
Early botanical gardens were diverse with few species in common, study reports
Five botanical gardens in the United States dating to the early 1800s were high diversity horticultural…
Not religious, not voting? The 'nones' are a powerful force in politics, but are not yet a coalition
Nearly 30% of Americans say they have no religious affiliation. Today the so-called “nones” represent about…