Sand dunes, like many ecosystems, have more than one comfort zone. Variations in moisture, especially, can…
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Ancient meteorite site on Earth could reveal new clues about Mars' past
Scientists have devised new analytical tools to break down the enigmatic history of Mars’ atmosphere—and whether…
Cannibalism on rise among polar bears, say Russian scientists
Cases of polar bears killing and eating each other are on the rise in the Arctic…
Are cats the 'canary in the coal mine' for wildfire effects on human health?
Cats who suffered burns and smoke inhalation in recent California wildfires also had a high incidence…
Method with polarized light can create and measure nonsymmetrical states in a layered material
Some molecules, including most of the ones in living organisms, have shapes that can exist in…
Sweat sensor detects stress levels; May find use in space exploration
A researcher has developed a sweat sensor capable of monitoring levels of cortisol in the body. …
Mosaic evolution painted lorikeets a rainbow of color
A new study examines how color evolved in one of the flashiest groups of parrots—Australasian lorikeets—finding…
Researchers connect microbes in the twilight zone of the ocean with the breakdown of tough organic molecules
Seawater is more than just saltwater. The ocean is a veritable soup of chemicals. …
Biodiversity increases the efficiency of energy use in grasslands
Plants obtain their energy from the sun. Other beings rely on eating to survive. Yet how…
Researchers uncover hidden antibiotic potential of cannabis
The research team found that CBG had antibacterial activity against drug-resistant MRSA. It prevented the ability…