Artificial networks shed light on human face recognition
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First South American insect that emits blue light is discovered
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Abrupt shifts in Arctic climate projected
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NASA find Tropical Cyclone Kyarr with a cloud-filled eye
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Using probiotics to protect honey bees against fatal disease
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Patients with mood, anxiety disorders share abnormalities in brain’s control circuit
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How Chlamydia gain access to human cells
Publication in Nature CommunicationsCredit: HHU / Jan Galle Chlamydia are bacteria that can infect human and animal cells. Human health ...
UConn rainforest acquires major collection of ginger relatives
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Genetic history of endangered Australian songbird could inspire an encore
Credit: David Stowe The genetic history of a critically endangered songbird shows its best chance of survival is to protect ...
In Southeast Asia, illegal hunting is a more threat to wildlife than forest degradation
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Study says Southern California earthquakes increased stress on major fault line
Credit: Bill Barnhart, University of Iowa A University of Iowa-led study has found that a series of Southern California earthquakes ...
Microrobots clean up radioactive waste (video)
Credit: American Chemical Society According to some experts, nuclear power holds great promise for meeting the world's growing energy demands ...
NASA finds Tropical Storm Matmo consolidating off Vietnam coast
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Blockchain offers promise for securing global supply chain
The technology could improve speed, security at international bordersCredit: University of Houston Blockchain technology has the potential to transform the ...
In and out with 10-minute electrical vehicle recharge
Credit: Chao-Yang Wang Lab, Penn State Electric vehicle owners may soon be able to pull into a fueling station, plug ...
A stretchable stopwatch lights up human skin
Credit: Adapted from ACS Materials Letters 2019, DOI: 10.1021/acsmaterialslett.9b00376. Imagine a runner who doesn't need to carry a stopwatch or ...
Avocados may help manage obesity, prevent diabetes
Credit: University of Guelph Your guacamole may hold the key to managing obesity and helping delay or prevent diabetes, according ...
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