why a tiny, tiny measurement may be a big leap forward for physics
Just over a week ago, European physicists announced they had measured the strength of gravity…
No, overwintering turtles don’t breathe through their butts: Getting to the bottom of a popular misconception
Northern map turtles hibernate underwater during the winter. (G. Bulté) On a crisp February day,…
In 2024, we’ll truly find out how robust our democracies are to online disinformation campaigns
Disinformation, sharing false information to deceive and mislead others, can take many forms. From edited…
The ‘average’ revolutionized scientific research, but overreliance on it has led to discrimination and injury
When analyzing a set of data, one of the first steps many people take is…
Measles is one of the deadliest and most contagious infectious diseases – and one of the most easily preventable
“You don’t count your children until the measles has passed.” Dr. Samuel Katz, one of…
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“The Tale of Genji,” often called Japan’s first novel, was written 1,000 years ago. Yet…
what China’s decision to send bears to the US reveals about its economy
A deal was signed between San Diego Zoo and China’s Wildlife Conservation Association in February…
Why and how often do I need to wash makeup brushes and sponges?
From the bristles of brushes to the porous surfaces of sponges, your makeup kit can…
How open source tech can make Canada’s immigration system fairer
Federal immigration minister Marc Miller recently announced the government is implementing a two-year cap on…
We discovered a ‘gentle touch’ molecule is essential for light tactile sensation in humans – and perhaps in individual cells
You were probably taught that we have five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste and touch.…