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Biochemistry Jun 24, 2024

New approach sets stage to explore the mirror-image world of century-old naturally-occurring cyclodextrins

Cyclodextrins (CDs), a class of cyclic oligosaccharides that were "born" in 1891, have opened up endless research and commercial opportunities in numerous fields that span carbohydrate, supramolecular (host-guest) and analytical ...

Plants & Animals Jun 24, 2024

Analysis of data suggests homosexual behavior in other animals is far more common than previously thought

A team of anthropologists and biologists from Canada, Poland, and the U.S., working with researchers at the American Museum of Natural History, in New York, has found via meta-analysis of data from prior research efforts ...

Plants & Animals Jun 24, 2024

To hear the cicadas sing, enthusiasts travel from near and far

During an afternoon stroll around Morton Arboretum, near Chicago, Maria Malayter's Apple Watch buzzed twice with an unusual notification. The screen warned her of a "loud environment" with sound levels reaching 90 decibels ...

Ecology Jun 24, 2024

State kills over 80 bears in Southwest Alaska in second-year effort to boost caribou

State wildlife officials have now killed a total of 180 brown bears on Southwest Alaska caribou calving grounds in just over a year as part of a contested strategy to restore the renowned Mulchatna herd.

Ecology Jun 24, 2024

Florida conchs are in hot water: Can moving them deeper revive a plunging population?

The rescue mission began with a splash. Flippered and masked snorkelers rolled off a boat anchored near Marathon and into chest-high water. It didn't take long to spot the target.

Environment Jun 24, 2024

Ethylene oxide emissions from two plants could have raised cancer risks for Illinois residents, report shows

People living near two Lake County industries could face significantly greater risks of developing certain cancers, according to a new federal study based on monitoring of ethylene oxide pollution in surrounding neighborhoods.

Plants & Animals Jun 24, 2024

Fish kill reported in Biscayne Bay: Waterkeeper blames it on heavy rain

If you're in some spots in Biscayne Bay during the weekend, you might be greeted with an unpleasant sight: dead fish floating on the surface.

Plants & Animals Jun 22, 2024

Kangaroo teeth grow forever—and keep a record of their owner's age and sex

How do you find out the age of a wild animal? For some Australian marsupials, we have discovered you can tell from their teeth.

Environment Jun 22, 2024

Extreme heat is new danger stalking US-bound migrants

In the Mexican desert near the US border, security forces are on alert after a man was found dead from heat stroke on the journey to what he hoped would be a better life in North America.

Environment Jun 21, 2024

Exploring the roots of the Anthropocene

Understanding how tropical land use and deforestation affects the dynamics of the global Earth system and identifying potential tipping points are key to the future of our species on this planet. By exploring the long history ...

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