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Researcher compiles evidence in support of Darwin's theory of sexual selection

In 1871, Charles Darwin sparked debate that continues today when he proposed that human sex differences evolved based on sexual selection. Sexual selection is Darwin's theory that certain physical, mental or psychological ...

Biology / Evolution

created Apr 13, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (7) | comments 4 | with audio podcast

Fighting crime with math: Model explains hot spots of illegal activity

(PhysOrg.com) -- Why are some neighborhoods plagued by break-ins while others nearby are relatively unscathed? Why do drug dealers hang out on that corner? And why is police intervention effective in some ...

Other Sciences / Mathematics

created Mar 22, 2010 | popularity 4.4 / 5 (7) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Faithful females who choose good providers key to evolutionary shift to modern family, study finds

In early human evolution, when faithful females began to choose good providers as mates, pair-bonding replaced promiscuity, laying the foundation for the emergence of the institution of the modern family, a new study finds.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created May 28, 2012 | popularity 2.7 / 5 (6) | comments 5

Social media's impact on kids merits big debate: US expert

Facebook's big stock offering on Wall Street must be followed by an intensive debate on Main Street about social media's powerful impact on children, an expert on the topic says.

Technology / Internet

created May 13, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Developing sustainable power

The invention of a long-lasting incandescent light bulb in the 19th century spurred on the second wave of the industrial revolution, illuminating homes, extending leisure time and bringing us to the point today where many ...

Technology / Energy & Green Tech

created Feb 28, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Big Society could threaten biodiversity conservation

A study of the Moray Firth Seal Management Plan (MFSMP), in north-east Scotland, identified four key conditions for long-term success, three of which pointed to the importance of direct government involvement.

Biology / Ecology

created Feb 13, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The Generation X Report: Survey paints a surprisingly positive portrait

They've been stereotyped as a bunch of insecure, angst-ridden, underachievers. But most members of Generation X are leading active, balanced and happy lives, according to a long-term University of Michigan survey.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Oct 25, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Religious young adults become obese by middle age

(PhysOrg.com) -- Could it be the potato salad? Young adults who frequently attend religious activities are 50 percent more likely to become obese by middle age as young adults with no religious involvement, according to new ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Mar 24, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 4

Family chats can help students learn, especially in richer countries, study shows

Taking the time to talk to your children about current events like the Gulf Oil spill -- and using mathematical terms to do so -- can help students develop better reasoning and math skills and perform better in school, according ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Jul 22, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Father involvement in pregnancy could reduce infant mortality

Studies have shown fathers who are active in their children's upbringing can significantly benefit their children's early development, academic achievement and well being. Now, a new study by University of ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Jun 17, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 2

Parent involvement continues to be important in elementary years

Promoting parent involvement has been a big part of efforts to improve school performance. A new study has found that children whose parents were more involved across elementary school had fewer problem behaviors and better ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created May 14, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New survey finds parents need help encouraging their kids in science

A new survey announced today finds the vast majority (94%) of science teachers wish their students' parents had more opportunities to engage in science with their children. However, more than half (53%) of parents of school-aged ...

Other Sciences / Other

created May 10, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Tough girl or sidechick?

These have the potential to influence a young viewing audience and their ideas about gender and violence. Her study is published in Springer's journal Sex Roles.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Apr 21, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 7

Bilingual family liaisons increasingly important service for schools

Even during tough economic times, a school district's decision to cut support services aimed at helping Hispanic students and their families navigate through the public school system will prove to be a shortsighted ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Mar 25, 2010 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Cell phone use linked positively to face-to-face social activities

(PhysOrg.com) -- Cell phone use actually strengthens bonds and supports face-to-face contact with friends and family, new research shows.

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Feb 19, 2010 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0