How One Photo Of A Flower Reignited A Species Debate
A new photo of a long-forgotten flower showed up online. Identifying it means getting into the tricky question of how a species is defined.
Make Ancient Ink With The Help Of Oak Tree Parasites
Bring history to life through biology and chemistry as you make iron oak gall ink like Leonardo da Vinci did.
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Dinosaurs’ Secrets Might Be In Their Fossilized Poop
Analyzing fossilized feces, called coprolites, is key to better understanding ancient ecosystems and dinosaur diets.
If You Were A Scientist, Which Olympic Event Would You Study?
Are you obsessed with precision? Captivated by speed? Intrigued by social dynamics? Find out what sport satisfies your scientific brain.
To Stop Spotted Lanternflies, These Dogs Are Sniffing Them Out
A citizen science project is turning canines into crop protectors, and challenging what researchers know about dogs’ powerful noses.
Take A Walk On The Lichen Side With SciFri In Portland, OR
On October 30, join Ira Flatow for a day full of the symbiotic fuzzy growths on trees, roofs and gravestones—lichen!
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How A Shark Scientist Forged Her Own Path
In her book, marine biologist Jasmin Graham writes about uplifting young scientists of color and why she pursues research outside of academia.
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Why Some Cats Scratch Furniture So Much
New research shows that cats’ tendency to scratch is affected by stress, certain kinds of play, and how active they are at night.
What The Small Intestine Can Tell Us About Gut Health
Most gut microbiome research focuses on the colon. But understanding the small intestine might unlock better treatments for GI disorders.
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Helping Queen Conchs Mate In The Florida Keys
Rising temperatures shut down some conchs’ impulse to reproduce. So scientists are ferrying them to colonies in deeper, cooler waters.