New Data Expose Colonialism in Paleontology
Colonialism's legacy still casts a shadow over the way paleontologists conduct their research and learn about the world. Some researchers are trying to expose and reform that pattern. ...read more
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Video Game Addiction Is on the Rise. Here’s What It Looks Like
The vast majority of gaming is unproblematic, but experts agree that it can become a problem if taken too far. ...read more
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So, That Bulge on South Sister Volcano in Oregon is Growing Again
During the 1990s, a very subtle bulge grew on the west side of South Sister, near Bend in Oregon. It stopped growing by 2002, but now 20 years later, it has started growing again. ...read more
Exploring Earth with NOAA Citizen Science
Citizen scientists enrich NOAA's massive environmental data library, in support of researchers, educators and the public at large. ...read more
The Butterfly with a Dozen Disguises
In Sub-Saharan Africa, an astonishing creature tries to evade notice. Its value for explaining evolution gave it away. ...read more
When COVID-19 ‘Brain Fog’ Hit, They Turned to a Language App
These COVID-19 patients started using Duolingo to help with their sluggish thinking — and neuroscience can explain why that makes sense. ...read more
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Can Cannabinoids Unlock a Better Understanding of Our Bodies and Brains?
Scientists are digging into the workings of the endogenous cannabinoid system — and finding it helps regulate a multitude of biological functions. ...read more
Research Shows Promising Effects of Music on Brain Power
Our study and work sessions likely benefit from some tunes, though individual preferences may produce varying outcomes. ...read more