As one descends a mountain, the temperature steadily increases. A new study by a team including…
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Spitzer spots a starry region bursting with bubbles
This infrared image from NASA’s Spitzer Space Telescope shows a cloud of gas and dust full…
What did ancient crocodiles eat? Study says as much as a snout can grab
While most people imagine alligators and crocodiles as being much the same now as they were…
Does being a 'superwoman' protect African American women's health?
The stereotype of the “strong black woman” is more than just a cultural trope: Many black…
New CRISPR-Cas9 variant may boost precision in gene editing
Researchers have developed a new variant of the gene editing technique CRISPR-Cas9 that has the potential…
Collapse of desert bird populations likely due to heat stress from climate change
As temperatures rise, desert birds need more water to cool off at the same time as…
Fruit flies live longer with combination drug treatment
A triple drug combination has been used to extend the lifespan of fruit flies by 48%…
Apes are shown to rely on self-experience to anticipate others' actions
As close evolutionary relatives, you could say that great apes and humans look somewhat similar. And…
Researchers develop a gel-like fluid to prevent wildfires
A preventive treatment developed by Stanford researchers could greatly reduce the incidence and severity of wildfires.…
Veg 'nudge': An extra vegetarian option cuts meat consumption without denting food sales
A study of over 94,000 cafeteria meal choices has found that doubling the vegetarian options—from one…