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Scientists Avoid Bias When They Know They're Being Tested
A new paper tracked possible bias among scientists awarding prestigious research positions.
Humans and Neanderthals Kept Breeding—and Breeding—for...
Modern humans and Neanderthals commingled at many points in history, raising the possibility that the ancient hominins were just another...
The EPA Says Methane Rules Are Bad for Industry—It's Wrong
Drones and satellites make it easy to detect and plug methane leaks, benefitting oil and gas companies and the environment alike.
This DIY Implant Lets You Stream Movies From Inside Your...
Biohackers inserted a device—a hard drive plus router—into their legs. They say it could improve data security, but it also raises...
Elite Athletes Are Changing How They Train for Extreme...
Runners are prepping for the high heat of next month's IAAF World Championships in Doha. Under climate change, that training may become...
One Scientist’s Quest to Bring DNA Sequencing to Every...
Ryan Taft didn’t know that he would become one of the world’s leading experts in diagnosing rare genetic diseases. Then he met Stephen...
Hey Teachers, Get to Know Your Students' Preconceptions
People in an intro to physics class may make some basic errors, but that doesn't mean their ideas are bad. Effective teachers know...
Humans, More Than Drought, Are Fueling the Amazon's Flames
Economic activity appears to be causing the rainforest to burn, unlike the other epic fires ravaging the world.
Why the Amazon’s On Fire, a Robocall Fight, and More News
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Amazon Fires and the Horrifying Science of Deforestation
At the core of Brazil's out-of-control fires in the Amazon is deforestation. Here's how human meddling fundamentally transforms a...
