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July 12, 2024
Rising temperatures shut down some conchs’ impulse to reproduce. So scientists are ferrying them to colonies in deeper, cooler waters. Plus, there are currently 323 ongoing drug shortages in the U.S., leaving patients scrambling for necessary medications. And, new research shows that cats’ tendency to scratch is affected by stress, certain kinds of play, and how active they are at night.
11:47
How Scientifically Accurate Are The Sharks In ‘Meg 2: The Trench’?
The new monster action flick plays fast and loose with ancient shark science, but this megalodon researcher doesn’t mind that much.
5:33
Scientists Discover Dinosaur ‘Coliseum’ In Alaska’s Denali National Park
Seventy million years ago, Denali National Park in Alaska was swarming with dinosaurs. Today, we have thousands of their footprints.
17:13
Your Guide To Conquering History’s Greatest Catastrophes
Author Cody Cassidy’s new book uses science and the benefit of hindsight to figure out how to survive some of history’s biggest disasters.
10:00
What’s The Human Cost Of Alaska’s Mineral Boom?
As the state begins looking beyond fossil fuels, mining companies are quietly preparing to take over its highways.
12:15
Youth Climate Activists Score A Win In Montana
A state court decision would allow regulators to consider climate impacts when approving energy projects.
8:55
New Research Suggests Neurological Culprit For COVID Brain Fog
A study in mice finds that COVID brain fog—causing patients to wrestle with poor concentration, fuzzy thinking, and memory issues—might be caused by fused neurons.
7:47
Reno Is Preparing To Turn Its Wastewater Into Drinking Water
Reno, Nevada looks to turn its wastewater into clean drinking water as the region prepares for a dryer future. But can it get the public on board?
16:24
Challenging The Gender Gap In Sports Science
Most participants in sports research are still men, even as girls, women, and those outside the gender binary take to the field.
12:16
Using Stem Cells For Cornea Repair Is Worth A Look
Stem cell grafts may open up new treatment avenues for severe eye injuries.
16:53
From Skyscrapers to Sand Thieves—Digging Into The World Of Sand
Each year, we use nearly 50 billion tons of sand and gravel worldwide. Is that sustainable?