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Science in everyday life

Physiology: molecules and mechanisms

Flowers bloom, birds fly, and our hearts beat. From microscopic interactions like oxygen exchange to visible motions such as walking, physiology explains it all!

By Delaney Lynn, 4 months4 months ago
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Science facts, lists, and news

What is… One Health?

The health of humans, animals, and plants are all related, though those three topics aren’t often discussed together. One Health aims to ensure optimal health of the environment, animals, and humans by addressing those groups collaboratively.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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Science and kids

Air pollution and children

Air quality plays a large part in the development of a healthy respiratory system. Unfortunately, air pollution is a growing problem and is a factor in about 7 million deaths across the world each year.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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Science facts, lists, and news

Psittacosis, the parrot fever

Zika virus is just one of many diseases spread by mosquitoes that you’ve probably heard of. But did you know that you can get pneumonia from birds? Psittacosis is a rare bird-borne bacterial illness that can cause serious systemic issues.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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All about HIV/AIDS

An HIV infection is a complex and often misunderstood condition. Here, we aim to educate you about the biology behind HIV as well as about HIV and society.

By Delaney Lynn, 6 months6 months ago
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Science facts, lists, and news

Are cloth masks useful?

With the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, masks have become more commonplace in most countries. We are here to inform you on what existing science says regarding the efficacy of cloth masks!

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months6 months ago
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Typhoid Mary and Zac Efron

Right off the bat, you probably don’t think Zac Efron and Typhoid Mary have much in common. However, there’s at least one shared characteristic between the two.

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months6 months ago
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Science in everyday life

How do soaps work?

Washing your hands thoroughly requires soap and water. But how does soap keep your skin clean and free of germs? There is a bit of chemistry underlying how soaps work.

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months5 months ago
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Science facts, lists, and news

Eating the rainbow

You’re likely familiar with the fact that a varied diet of fruits and vegetables is recommended for most people. But do you know what helpful compounds are unique to plants? Why is it important to eat a rainbow of foods?

By Delaney Lynn, 7 months6 months ago
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