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Astronomy Dec 5, 2025

Close-up images show how stars explode in real time

Astronomers have captured images of two stellar explosions—known as novae—within days of their eruption and in unprecedented detail. The breakthrough provides direct evidence that these explosions are more complex than previously ...

Education Dec 5, 2025

Using video games to get kids interested in learning

Though some might see video games as a distraction, a recent study from the University of Georgia suggests they can actually serve as a place to practice key science skills—with the help of some adorable cats, of course.

Ecology Dec 4, 2025

Ocean currents shape fish survival in South Georgia's fjords

Scientists have uncovered how changing ocean currents in South Georgia's fjords could affect the survival of young mackerel icefish. The species is a key component of the island's rich marine ecosystem and is an important ...

Social Sciences Dec 3, 2025

How can municipalities help reduce community financial hardships due to court fees?

Every person suspected of a crime has a right to an attorney, yet the cost for that attorney—even a public defender—can differ from state to state.

Social Sciences Nov 20, 2025

Mindfulness could help strengthen relationships

Life can put strain on any couple's relationship. But mindfulness could help keep it strong, according to a recent study from the University of Georgia published in Child & Family Social Work.

Economics & Business Nov 19, 2025

Retail rents decrease when a marijuana dispensary moves in

As more states open the doors to legal marijuana, dispensaries are becoming a more common retail sighting. But what happens to the businesses next door when one opens for business?

Plants & Animals Nov 17, 2025

30-year 'snapshot' of Pacific Northwestern birds shows their surprising resilience

A 30-year "snapshot study" of birds in the Pacific Northwest is showing their surprising resilience in the face of climate change. The project started when School of Biological Sciences Assistant Professor Benjamin Freeman ...

Plants & Animals Nov 13, 2025

Bird flu wipes out nearly half of breeding female elephant seals on South Georgia

The world's largest species of seal has been devastated by bird flu, which has wiped out half of all breeding females at a key wildlife haven near Antarctica, scientists warned Thursday.

Biochemistry Nov 10, 2025

Bio-based film matches traditional plastic packaging in blocking moisture and oxygen

Plastic packaging is ubiquitous in our world, with its waste winding up in landfills and polluting oceans, where it can take centuries to degrade.

Social Sciences Nov 7, 2025

Happy hour with coworkers can be a double-edged sword

It turns out happy hour with your coworkers may not be so happy for everyone. New research from the University of Georgia published in Personnel Psychology suggests that there are both positives and negatives to getting an ...

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