Hot and getting hotter – 5 essential reads on high temps and human bodies
After the announcement of President Biden’s heat initiative, The Conversation revisits stories on high summer temperatures and human health.
Aug. 2, 2022 • ~6 min
Winning the Tour de France requires subtle physics, young muscles and an obscene amount of calories – 3 essential reads
Three scientists explain the biology and physics of what goes into one of the world’s most grueling races, the Tour de France.
June 30, 2022 • ~6 min
At last, COVID-19 shots for little kids – 5 essential reads
The FDA’s authorization of COVID-19 shots for children ages 6 months to 4 years will bring relief for millions of parents. Pending CDC endorsement, shots for this group will be available within days.
June 17, 2022 • ~9 min
Making room for wildlife: 4 essential reads
The recent goring of a tourist who approached within 10 feet of a bison in Yellowstone National Park is a reminder that wild animals can be dangerous and people should keep safe distances.
June 6, 2022 • ~8 min
Should you wear a mask on a plane, bus or train when there's no mandate? 4 essential reads to help you decide
Despite the halt to the federal mask mandate for mass transit, people may still choose to protect themselves. For those who do, the type of mask and how well it fits matter.
April 20, 2022 • ~8 min
How does the immune system mobilize in response to a COVID-19 infection or a vaccine? 5 essential reads
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought immunology terms that are typically relegated to textbooks into our everyday vernacular. These stories helped us make sense of the ever-evolving science.
March 17, 2022 • ~9 min
Russia's false claims about biological weapons in Ukraine demonstrate the dangers of disinformation and how hard it is to counter – 4 essential reads
The Russian government used disinformation to fabricate a justification for invading Ukraine. A new campaign focused on biowarfare claims threatens to escalate the conflict.
March 14, 2022 • ~8 min
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