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Scientists work out way to make Mars surface fit for farming
Scientists develop high-tech aerogel sheets that could help future farming on Mars.
Goats can distinguish emotions from each other’s calls—study
Scientists have found that goats are able to distinguish emotions from each other’s calls.
The Teenager Schooling World Leaders on Climate Change
Greta Thunberg has inspired young people worldwide to take action for a better future. Watch the video to learn more about how she is impacting the world in her fight against climate change.
The “Dangers” of Artificial Intelligence
Our world demands more and more from technology, but could it ultimately be dangerous? Watch the video and decide for yourself.
Consumers want a climate label for food, research shows
A growing number of consumers are conscious of their toll on the environment. A helpful tool in reducing carbon footprints could be “climate labeling.” Read about this interesting proposal.
Adventuring while female: why the relationship women have with nature matters
Inspired by ecologist and author Anne LaBastille, writer Megan Mayhew Bergman takes a solo trip to the Adirondacks in New York. In this essay, she describes how she overcame fears and proved something to herself.
The Marvelous, Misunderstood Life of Common Spiders
They’re helpful creatures that mostly keep to themselves, but spiders still inspire terror in many people.
Several Quakes of 3.5 Magnitude or Greater Shook California This Week
Southern Californians question what is to come after several earthquakes have them bracing for “The Big One.”
The Ice Stupas: Artificial glaciers at the edge of the Himalayas
Ice stupas are artificially engineered glaciers meant to inspire innovative thinking in response to climate change.
Coral reefs provide flood protection worth $1.8 billion every year— it’s time to protect them
Coral reefs can provide protection from natural disasters. Find out what needs to happen in order to restore and better protect them.
Study: Treats Might Mask Animal Intelligence
Using treats to train animals may be masking their true abilities. Watch the videos as you read the article.
‘The Biggest Fireworks Show’ Means More Air Pollution This Fourth Of July
Fireworks displays can be an awe-inspiring symbol of the United States’ independence. However, these chemical explosions could potentially release hazardous particles into the air. Read the article to learn more.
Here’s How Streaming Music is Killing the Planet
With the rise of music streaming, the music industry now produces less plastic waste than before. However, streaming music has its unintended consequences.
How Two Big Earthquakes Triggered 16,000 More in Southern California
How can large earthquakes set off many smaller ones? Read on to learn more about the aftereffects of earthquakes.
How to colonize Venus, and why it’s a better plan than Mars
Humans currently have their eyes set on colonizing Mars in the near future. Read on to learn how Venus may be a better option.
Five tricks of the senses
Tongues can smell, sight can make us hear what isn’t there, and color can influence taste?! Read the article to learn more about how our five senses can be influenced by outside sources.
What Makes Us Human?
Psychologist Thomas Suddendorf argues the importance of identifying the similarities and differences between humans and other animals.
Altering a robot’s gender and social roles may be a screen change away
Researchers at Penn State have found that most participants in a study identified robots as male when they were presented with no gender cues, but simple alterations on the robots’ screens could strengthen anthropomorphic personalities that humans tend to give computers.
Science says parents of successful kids have these 13 things in common
This article outlines 13 things psychologists say indicate the future success of children.