Scientists conjecture the true cause of dinosaur extinction
Scientists discovered that what killed the dinosaurs was a combination of gradual die-off and an asteroid hitting Earth. The picture…
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Bacteria present a solution for reducing plastic pollution
Scientists have found that bacteria might be the key to degrading plastics which would otherwise sit in landfills or the…
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Desensitization allows compatibility for any kidney donor
An experimental procedure in the medical field may allow anybody to receive a kidney transplant from any other person. Usually,…
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Increase in extinction of pollinators threatens world’s food supply
Your morning cup of coffee, the apple you ate for lunch and the salad you plan to eat for dinner…
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The universe “waves hello”: Gravitational waves disrupt the fabric of the universe
On Sep. 14, 2015 at 5:51 a.m. scientists made a ground-breaking discovery when they detected gravitational waves created by the…
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Scientists construct an embryo derived from three parents
Scientists in Britain are waiting for consent from government officials to carry out a procedure that will allow a baby…
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Theory of relativity celebrates centennial anniversary
This month marks the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein’s presentation of his general theory of relativity. The formulation of the theory began…
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Using gene drives to alter a species
Scientists have discovered a way to effectively change the genes of an organism so that the organism passes on certain genes…
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Colors in fall foliage may be linked to ancient ice ages
There are few places in the world that are as beautiful as New England in the fall. Wellesley is particularly gorgeous, with…
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Composition of salt crystals confirms water on Mars
Research reopens question of life on other planets A confirmation of liquid water on Mars has rekindled the research on the Red…
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