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Freshwater vs Saltwater: A Tale of Two Waters

July 28, 2025 · 5 min read

I just spent a week at the beach staring at the ocean and really starting to think: Why is a sip from the ocean a terrible idea, while lake water (if clean) is okay? In this post, we’ll dive (pun intended) into what sets freshwater and saltwater apart, why the Earth has both types, how […]

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Chemistry

Revolutionizing Biodegradation in Ocean Depths with Eco-Friendly Plastics

Today’s environmental challenges require innovative solutions to mitigate the detrimental effects of human activity on the planet. One pressing issue is plastic pollution, particularly in marine environments where conventional plastics persist for extended periods, causing significant harm to ecosystems. Recent developments in eco-friendly plastics, such as LAHB, are proving monumental in addressing this global concern. […]

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News

Next Week in Science, July 25, 2025

We’ve been on vacation this week, so I haven’t really been following any breakthroughs that might have “broken through”. One interesting thing down here at the beach is how many stars you can see. Actually, let me take that back. You can see a “fair” amount of stars, but what you can really see is […]

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Biology

Gene Editing Hope for Endangered Species Conservation

The use of gene editing technologies has emerged as a beacon of hope in the conservation and revival of endangered species. Scientists are now leveraging CRISPR and other gene-editing tools to not only preserve endangered species but also restore their genetic diversity, which is critical for their survival. The Rise of Gene Editing in Conservation […]

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Biology

The Hidden Road Risk Killing India’s Wildlife

What if your morning commute meant dodging cars with no chance of escape? For frogs, snakes, and even leopards in India’s Nelliyampathy Hills, that’s not a hypothetical—it’s daily life. A new study has revealed that more than 5,000 animals are killed each year along just 50 kilometers of road in this lush, biodiverse region of […]

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Environment

Uncovering Ancient Climate Secrets from 1.5 million-Year-Old Ice

In an era of rapid climate change and scientific innovation, a team of researchers is about to unlock the ancient secrets hidden within a 1.5 million-year-old ice core from Antarctica. This discovery promises to revolutionize our understanding of past climate conditions and offers new insights into the Earth’s climatic future. Recently, BBC News highlighted this […]

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Biology

What Happens When a Prosthesis Doesn’t Fit Right?

Let’s say you lose your lower leg due to diabetes or vascular disease, like thousands of people each year. You recover, you get a prosthetic limb, and life starts to move forward again. But here’s the twist: despite your shiny new leg, something still feels… off. You’re adjusting, healing, trying your best—but the prosthetic doesn’t […]

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Psychology

Reddit’s Most Active Users Are the Most Toxic :-(

Picture this: You join a new online community—Reddit, Wikipedia, wherever—and at first, you tread lightly. You post politely. You read the room. You’re civil. Fast forward a few years… and suddenly, you’re throwing shade in comment threads like it’s your day job. Turns out, this isn’t just a personal spiral—it might be a social media […]

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Biology

Revolutionizing Reproduction: Three-Person DNA IVF Stops Inherited Disease

In a groundbreaking development in reproductive technology, scientists in the UK have successfully implemented an IVF technique that utilizes DNA from three individuals, effectively preventing the inheritance of mitochondrial diseases. This scientific milestone has resulted in the birth of eight healthy babies, each free from the genetic disorders that plagued previous generations in their families. […]

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News

Next Week in Science, July 18, 2025

Hello. I’m a bug appreciator, not an enthusiast. I’ve been noticing some unusual bug patterns in the Northeast US. First, the lightning bugs are still around. They usually peak around the 4th of July and then begin to decline, but that hasn’t happened yet. On a positive note, it seems like there are about 50% […]

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