How Rat Poison Helps Chemists Win Nobel Prizes
Strychnine is so difficult to make in a lab that chemists, including Nobel winners, have long competed to synthesize it more efficiently. ...read more
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Cloud Seeding in Colorado Could Make Waves in the West
Advancements in weather modification are providing water to drought-stricken areas downstream. But is it just a drop in the bucket? ...read more
Light Pollution Threatens Millennia-old Indigenous Navigation Methods
Native people around the world have relied on dark skies as a compass for thousands of years. But energy production, satellites and other nuisances are disrupting these sacred traditions. ...read more
Ethical AI Matches Human Judgements in 90 per cent of Moral Dilemmas
Ethical training database paves the way for AI systems to be pretrained in human values ...read more
What is CBD Oil Good For? Your Questions Answered.
Plants May Help Make Your Surroundings Quieter
Studies show shrubs and tree barriers might help block out noise pollution. ...read more
What Stress Does to the Immune System
From cancer to colds, we’re better able to fight disease when we aren’t constantly worried. ...read more
Does Knowing Your Learning Style Help You Learn Better? Science Says No
Whether you prefer visuals, audio, reading or writing, the concept of learning styles is the most widespread myth in education. Here are some science-backed alternatives. ...read more
The Benefits of CBD Oil
Find out why CBD has become one of the most popular wellness products in the world. Learn the benefits of CBD oil and more! ...read more
The Science Behind Ouija Boards
Spoiler: It’s not ghosts. But this spooky game, or tool, does involve what some psychologists call 'zombie mind.' And it reveals other fascinating things about the human psyche and behavior. ...read more