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Evaluate the evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species' chances to survive and reproduce.
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Science & SocietyShrimp on treadmills? Some science only sounds silly
Research that may seem silly, at first glance, often has a rewarding aim. Here are some examples.
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Health & MedicineViolence spreads like a virus
New research shows that the friends of violent teens are much more likely to become violent themselves.
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GeneticsWorld’s tallest corn towers nearly 14 meters
Short nights and a genetic tweak helped novel corn reach record heights.
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EnvironmentFood-like smell on plastic may lure seabirds to eat it
When plastic smells like supper, seabirds and other animals can be fooled into thinking it is food.
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AnimalsAnimals can do ‘almost math’
Humans aren’t the only animals with a number sense. Scientists are trying to figure out where and when it evolved.
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PsychologyWhat makes a pretty face?
Beautiful faces are symmetrical and average. Do we prefer them because this makes them easier for our brains to process?
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AnimalsSpidey sense: They can hear you!
Surprise! At least some spiders can hear us. Even without eardrums, jumping spiders can still detect airborne sounds from across the room.
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OceansCreative ways to help coral reefs recover
Coral reefs are under siege from threats ranging from climate change to explosives. But scientists are developing ways to rebuild reefs before they disappear.
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BrainPain is contagious — at least in mice
Pain can move from one mouse to another. The trigger may be smell.
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AnimalsTasmanian devils begin to resist infectious cancer
A deadly contagious cancer is spreading among Tasmanian devils. But the animals are evolving resistance, a new study finds.
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AnimalsGiant slugs snack on baby birds
When they accidentally run into bird nests sitting on the ground, some slugs help themselves to a free, easy meal of bird chicks.
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Health & MedicineZebra finches can ‘drink’ water from their own fat
When water is scarce, thirsty zebra finches can produce their own water. They do it by breaking down their body fat.