Invasive shrubs have become increasingly prevalent in the deciduous forests of eastern North America—often creating a…
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Research spotlights the role of cover crops in slowing herbicide resistance
An article in the most recent edition of the journal Weed Science shows that cover crops…
People more likely to trust machines than humans with their private information
Not everyone fears our machine overlords. In fact, according to Penn State researchers, when it comes…
New progress in developing an animal model of hepatitis C
Small differences in a liver cell protein have significant impacts on hepatitis C virus replication in…
A surprising experiment opens the path to new particle manipulation methods
Researchers at Aalto University have discovered a surprising phenomenon that changes how we think about how…
Peer-to-peer bonuses may have unintended negative consequences, expert warns
So-called peer-to-peer bonuses, where colleagues ‘tip’ or reward each other with points or money, may seem…
Replanting oil palm may be driving a second wave of biodiversity loss
The environmental impact of palm oil production has been well publicised. Found in everything from food…
How Uber and other digital platforms could trick us using behavioral science—unless we act fast
Uber’s business model is incredibly simple: It’s a platform that facilitates exchanges between people. And Uber’s…
As Zuckerberg visits, France threatens new rules on Facebook
France welcomed Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg on Friday with a threat of sweeping new regulation. …
The revolution of plantoids
Robots are usually inspired by humans and animals. But the next frontier is plantoids, plant robots…