A new study of American voters shows that while response rates to political surveys are on the decline, people are more polarized than ever.
Touch Boosts Babies’ Self-Recognitition
They are developing self-awareness through self-directed activity.
They are developing self-awareness through self-directed activity.
Termites Inspire Shelters for Life on the Moon
A team of engineers is drawing inspiration from termite cathedral mounds to help astronauts survive the moon’s harsh environment.
A team of engineers is drawing inspiration from termite cathedral mounds to help astronauts survive the moon’s harsh environment.
Bulls Can Teach Us a Lot About Infertility in Men
Researchers have found genes in the reproductive organs of bulls that influence fertility. The findings can be transferred to humans, as these genes are also present in men.
Researchers have found genes in the reproductive organs of bulls that influence fertility. The findings can be transferred to humans, as these genes are also present in men.
Anti-Racist Interventions Don’t Stress Teens Out
“Young people are aware of racial injustice and related social issues, and schools are interested in helping students understand racial justice and develop the tools they need to discuss these issues in a meaningful way."
“Young people are aware of racial injustice and related social issues, and schools are interested in helping students understand racial justice and develop the tools they need to discuss these issues in a meaningful way.”
Eggshell Discovery Could Improve Torn Ligament Replacement
New information from the eggshell membrane in chicken eggs could benefit surgery and egg producers.
New information from the eggshell membrane in chicken eggs could benefit surgery and egg producers.
Monkeys Shed Light on How Visual Cues Guide Cooperation
In a new study, researchers examined how pairs of freely moving macaques interacting in a naturalistic setting use visual cues to guide complex, goal-oriented cooperative behavior.
In a new study, researchers examined how pairs of freely moving macaques interacting in a naturalistic setting use visual cues to guide complex, goal-oriented cooperative behavior.
Wildfires Can Boost Anxiety-Related Visits to the ER
Wildfires lead to an increase of anxiety-related emergency department visits in the western United States, a new study shows.
Wildfires lead to an increase of anxiety-related emergency department visits in the western United States, a new study shows.
The Longer a Task Takes, the More Your Mind Wanders
We often blame our phones or social media for why we are distracted.
We often blame our phones or social media for why we are distracted.
Pollution Messes up How Pollinators Sniff out Flowers
Researchers have discovered a major cause for a drop in nighttime pollinator activity—and people are largely to blame.
Researchers have discovered a major cause for a drop in nighttime pollinator activity—and people are largely to blame.
Viagra May Help Oxygen-Starved Newborn Babies
Sildenafil, marketed under the brand name Viagra, may offer a way to treat newborn babies who run out of oxygen during pregnancy or at birth, a new study shows.
Sildenafil, marketed under the brand name Viagra, may offer a way to treat newborn babies who run out of oxygen during pregnancy or at birth, a new study shows.
How Parents Talked With Kids About Black Lives Matter Differed by Race
While many Black and white parents spoke to their children about the Black Lives Matter movement within a year of the 2020 murder of George Floyd, they used different language to explain it, according to new research.
While many Black and white parents spoke to their children about the Black Lives Matter movement within a year of the 2020 murder of George Floyd, they used different language to explain it, according to new research.
30 Mins of Weights per Week Cuts Heart Disease Risk
Weight training can improve heart disease risk factors in just 30 minutes a week, according to a new statement by the American Heart Association.
Weight training can improve heart disease risk factors in just 30 minutes a week, according to a new statement by the American Heart Association.
Nearly 15% of Americans Deny Climate Change Is Real
Nearly 15% of Americans deny that climate change is real, according to new research that used social media data and artificial intelligence in a comprehensive national assessment.
Nearly 15% of Americans deny that climate change is real, according to new research that used social media data and artificial intelligence in a comprehensive national assessment.
The 3-Point Shot Isn’t Worth What It Used To Be
A new study shows the 3-point shot has lost its value in the NBA.
A new study shows the 3-point shot has lost its value in the NBA.
Longer Summers Put Polar Bears at Risk for Starvation
More time stranded on land means greater risk of starvation for polar bears, a new study indicates.
More time stranded on land means greater risk of starvation for polar bears, a new study indicates.