Encrypted messaging services like Telegram provide virtual dark corners where far-right extremists can recruit, organize…
The microbes in your gut influence how your immune system reacts to bacteria and viruses. A severe immune reaction is deadly;…
Facial recognition, social media and location tracking give law enforcement a leg up in a monumental investigation.
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As invasive species transform the world, frontline agencies take solace that species needing unique partners can’t invade…
A biologist who studies the evolution of diseases explains what's different about the two new virus strains that have…
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AI algorithms can solve hard problems and learn incredible tasks, but they can't explain how they do these things. If…
A biologist explains where proteins come from and what role the 20,000 or so proteins in your body play in keeping you alive…
Anti-nutrients naturally occur in food and can block the amount of other nutrients available for your body to use. But their…
Wi-Fi has become a fundamental part of modern digital life, but its foundation is the same as the technology that allowed…
With vaccine shortages looming, experts are debating whether it is important to receive two doses or whether it's better…
Consumers can turn plastic waste into valuable products at minimal cost using the open source technologies associated with…
An electrical engineer explains how smoke detectors work, and how to reduce the chances of a false positive.
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The mystery of how the brain creates consciousness still puzzles scientists, but the mechanics of waking up are starting…
You're working out, feeling great – until your stomach starts to churn and you're sidelined with a bout of nausea.…
Your most important piece of exercise gear may be the friends you buddy up with to work out.
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