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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 […]
Have you ever wondered if your surname could disappear? It sounds like the stuff of fiction, but it’s a real phenomenon. Since 1901, about 200,000 surnames have vanished from England and Wales. This fascinating topic was first explored in depth in the 19th century by Sir Francis Galton and Reverend Henry Watson, who developed a […]
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Did you know I am writing this from the beach? Just finishing up a relaxing* time with 10 adults and 11 children. Here’s what’s coming up next week! (in additional to a ton of championship Track and Field!) Explore and Learn with Science: Dive into groundbreaking research and inspiring stories with ‘This Week in Science’! […]
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Losing a limb is a life-altering event, but with the right prosthetic and support, people can regain independence and a sense of normalcy. Understanding what recovery truly means for those with prosthetic limbs is crucial. A recent study published in PLoS ONE sheds light on this by developing the ECLIPSE model—a framework that identifies the […]
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When you think of invasive species, you might picture vines choking out local plants or animals disrupting local ecosystems. But how do these invasive species make their way to new areas, and can we predict which species might be next? Thanks to a new, advanced tool for assessing the risk of biological invasions, researchers are […]
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Ever wonder why some fish get all the attention while others remain under the radar? Maybe not? Or maybe it’s something you only think about when a story about fish fraud shows up. A recent study explored this question by analyzing human interest in 2408 species of reef fish. The findings revealed intriguing insights into […]
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Have you ever wondered if you’re less motivated to work than your parents or grandparents? Or maybe you’ve heard that millennials and Gen Z are lazier compared to older generations? Well, it turns out that the whole idea of generational differences in work motivation might just be a myth. Recent research has shown that what […]
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In today’s fast-paced world, the hunt for new medicines is more critical than ever. Researchers are continually looking for ways to make the process quicker, cheaper, and more effective. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI). This powerful tool is making waves in the field of drug discovery, promising to revolutionize how we find and develop new treatments. […]
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Imagine you’re at a social gathering. Among the crowd, you notice someone charming and talkative, easily making friends. Then, there’s another person standing quietly in the corner, avoiding eye contact and conversation. Both individuals display different personalities, but what if these traits were extreme enough to cause significant problems in their lives? This is where […]
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Ahhh, next week is vacation week. The trouble is supervising an army of small children is not what we would truly call “relaxing.” No worry, though. We’ll still be posting and screening for the most cutting-edge updates. This is also a good time to plug our sister site, This Week in Public Health. In addition […]
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