Protecting living fossil trees
Scientists are working to protect living fossil trees in Fiji from the impact of climate change with cutting-edge DNA sequencing technology.
Biotechnology
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Miami aquarium manatees Romeo and Juliet arrive at ZooTampa for care
Two Florida manatees whose living conditions at a Miami aquarium sparked online outrage have been escorted across the state by a caravan of wildlife officials to their new home at ZooTampa.
Plants & Animals
Dec 7, 2023
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Sociologist discusses the appeal of QAnon and other modern-day conspiracy theories
Days before the events on January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol, Chris Conner took a late-night phone call that would change the trajectory of his research at the University of Missouri.
Social Sciences
Aug 10, 2022
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Professors' book addresses role of prejudice in plight of ride-hail drivers
Race and gender are major factors why taxi and ride-hail drivers are "Spent Behind the Wheel," write Women and Gender Studies Professors Julietta Hua and Kasturi Ray
Economics & Business
Apr 12, 2022
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Bees and crop plants subjects of new 'pollination guide' for Brazil
University of Freiburg publishes a guide on the importance of pollinators for Brazilian farmers.
Plants & Animals
Feb 10, 2020
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We aren't doing enough to protect prisoners during natural disasters
The intensity of recent hurricanes and the damage they have caused in America have garnered lots of national news coverage. After Hurricane Katrina, it became evident how a lack of planning for natural disasters can have ...
Environment
May 17, 2018
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France overturns ban on captive dolphin breeding
France's highest administrative court on Monday overturned a ban on the breeding of dolphins in captivity, a victory for marine parks which had argued the move could put them out of business.
Plants & Animals
Jan 29, 2018
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Video: Drones help scientists check the health of Antarctic mosses, revealing climate change clues
Drones are helping scientists check the health of Antarctic mosses, revealing clues on the pace of climate change.
Engineering
Sep 12, 2017
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Engineers don't just build things, they can help save the world
Engineers like to claim their primacy as problem solvers. But while this ability will always be critical for engineers, there is more to engineering than just solving problems.
Engineering
Nov 11, 2015
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First Nations migration dynamics are shaped by socioeconomic inequalities
Socio-economic inequalities between First Nations communities, and also between these communities and the non-Aboriginal population of Canada, determine the nature, the intensity and the direction of First Nations migration ...
Social Sciences
Mar 24, 2015
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