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New Zealand has its own population of blue whales
A group of blue whales that frequent the South Taranaki Bight (STB) between the North and…
How immune cells kill bacteria with acid
The first line of immune defense against invading pathogens like bacteria are macrophages, immune cells that…
Probiotics to protect bees from an infection associated with colony collapse disorder
Adding probiotics to bees' food helps make them more resistant to nosemosis, a fungal infection associated…
Antibacterial in your toothpaste may combat severe lung disease
Researchers have found that when triclosan, a substance that reduces or prevents bacteria from growing, is…
Buyer beware: Some water-filter pitchers much better at toxin removal
Scientists compared three popular pitcher brands' ability to clear dangerous microcystins from tap water. They found…
Can we get 100 percent of our energy from renewable sources?
Some researchers doubted the feasibility of many of the recent scenarios for high shares of renewable…
Evaluating active pressure management of induced earthquakes
Can altering the amount or rate of fluid injection and production in an oil and gas…
New Zealand’s secret recipe for active school travel: The neighborhood built environment
Increased rates of active travel (e.g., walking or cycling) to school in New Zealand children and…
Autonomous glider can fly like an albatross, cruise like a sailboat
Engineers have designed a robotic glider that can skim along the water's surface, riding the wind…