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Aug 1, 2016 • 4min

Cut Road Deaths with Mountain Lions

Reintroducing mountain lions in the eastern US could reduce car-deer collisions by 22%, saving lives and money.
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Jul 29, 2016 • 4min

Silk Road Transported Goods--and Disease

Ancient Silk Road travelers spread infections by carrying diseases long distances along the trading route, as evidenced by unearthed feces with parasite eggs wrapped in cloth.
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Jul 28, 2016 • 3min

Inbred Songbirds Croon out of Tune

Inbred canaries sing out of tune with impure tones, affecting their mating success.
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Jul 27, 2016 • 4min

Great Red Spot Helps Explain Jupiter's Warm Upper Atmosphere

Thermal spike in the upper atmosphere of Jupiter explained by the Great Red Spot, shedding light on gas-giant planet weather.
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Jul 25, 2016 • 4min

Beaver Dams Strengthened by Humans Help Fish Rebound

Fish populations are rebounding thanks to human engineers reinforcing beaver dams. The fur industry had a negative impact on beaver populations and fish habitats. Beaver dams are crucial for creating suitable habitats for fish. Ongoing efforts are being made to restore these habitats and recover fish populations.
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Jul 23, 2016 • 4min

Frigate Bird Flights Last Months

Discover the astounding capabilities of great frigate birds, which can remain airborne for up to two months! Their impressive wingspans allow for extraordinary flight techniques. Learn how they manage to eat and sleep while on the wing, and explore the physical challenges they face during these lengthy journeys.
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Jul 21, 2016 • 4min

For Lichens, 3's Not a Crowd

Biologists have identified a third species—a yeast—in some lichens, shaking up what's always been known as a two-party system.
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Jul 20, 2016 • 3min

Chicken Scent Deters Malaria Mosquitoes

Researchers have found that mosquitoes have an aversion to chickens. Using chicken feathers under a bed net can reduce the attraction of mosquitoes, helping to deter the spread of malaria.
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Jul 19, 2016 • 3min

Vaccinate Prairie Dogs to Save Ferrets

Innovative use of aerial drones to vaccinate prairie dogs in order to protect endangered ferrets from disease and ensure ecosystem health
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Jul 16, 2016 • 4min

Fuel-Efficient Engines Have a Sooty Flaw

Discover the paradox of fuel-efficient engines increasing black carbon emissions, leading to a pollution trade-off. Explore the advancements in gas direct injection engines, their impact on global warming, and potential solutions like gasoline particulate filters.

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