Fungal microbiome: Whether mice get fatter or thinner depends on the fungi that live in their gut
Fungi are a small but important part of the gut microbiome. A new study in mice shows that how much weight mice gain on a processed food diet depends on this fungal microbiome.
March 5, 2021 • ~5 min
What's really driving coal power's demise?
Contrary to popular belief, falling natural gas prices didn't accelerate coal power plant retirements. Here's what did.
March 1, 2021 • ~6 min
Air filters can scrub out pollutants near highways, reduce blood pressure
Living next to a highway is not great for health, but a new study shows that running air filters indoors can remove tiny particles of pollution and lower blood pressure.
Feb. 18, 2021 • ~5 min
Thawing permafrost is full of ice-forming particles that could get into atmosphere
New research shows that permafrost contains huge amounts of particles that make it easier for cloud moisture to freeze. Thawing permafrost is releasing these ice-nucleating particles.
Jan. 28, 2021 • ~6 min
Invasive tawny crazy ants have an intense craving for calcium – with implications for their spread in the US
The spread of tawny crazy ants may be driven, in part, by their need for calcium.
Jan. 21, 2021 • ~5 min
Some kindergartners are more likely to be heavy users of online tech later, according to new research
Too much screen time doesn't leave enough time for other important parts of growing up. Predicting which little kids will likely grow into heavy tech users could help target educational campaigns.
Jan. 12, 2021 • ~7 min
Some kindergartners are more likely later to be heavy users of online tech, according to new research
Too much screen time doesn't leave enough time for other important parts of growing up. Predicting which little kids will likely grow into heavy tech users could help target educational campaigns.
Jan. 12, 2021 • ~7 min
Curved origami offers a creative route to making robots and other mechanical devices
Curved origami isn't just elegant art. It's also a versatile way to vary the amount of force applied by robots and other machines.
Nov. 18, 2020 • ~5 min
Racial discrimination ages Black Americans faster, according to a 25-year-long study of families
A study of 800 Black American families shows early experiences of racism have long-term consequences for physical and mental health.
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
When scientific journals take sides during an election, the public's trust in science takes a hit
When the scientific establishment gets involved in partisan politics, surveys suggest, there are unintended consequences – especially for conservatives.
Nov. 12, 2020 • ~6 min
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