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Gene networks dictate plants’ responses to cold, stress
Recent advances in technology have allowed scientists to probe the molecular nature of life, analyzing thousands…
Social status of listener alters our voice
People tend to change the pitch of their voice depending on who they are talking to,…
Textbook knowledge in molecular interactions refuted
Van der Waals interactions between molecules are among the most important forces in biology, physics, and…
Bumble bees make a beeline for larger flowers
Bumble bees create foraging routes by using their experience to select nectar-rich, high-rewarding flowers. A study…
The sharpest laser in the world
With a linewidth of only 10 mHz, the laser that the researchers have now developed has…
Surprisingly exact timing of voluntary movements
Almost everything we do -- walking, talking, or drinking coffee -- is completely dependent on accurate…
Does carrying extra weight offer better survival following a stroke?
Despite the fact that obesity increases both the risk for stroke and death, a new study…
Hydrogen peroxide protects plants against sun damage
Plants use hydrogen peroxide -- best known for use in bleach and hair treatments -- to…
Cocoa and chocolate are not just treats — they are good for your cognition
Researchers have examined the available literature for the effects of acute and chronic administration of cocoa…