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Science Dec 10

How science became a human right

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Science May 10

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This global challenge invites people to document the wild side of their cities

The City Nature Challenge offers people "the opportunity to really slow down and harness that curiosity, and see what's under the log."…

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Science Jun 29

U.S. President Biden holds meeting on preparedness to heat, drought and wildfires, in Washington
WATCH: Experts, officials testify on science behind wildfires on federal land

The Biden administration said it is hiring more federal firefighters — and immediately raising their pay — as officials ramp up response efforts in the face of a severe drought that is setting the stage for another destructive summer of…

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Health Jul 09

Analysis: Retractions and controversies over coronavirus research show the scientific process is working

Severe scrutiny of two major papers, including one about the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine, is part of science's normal process of self-correction.

By Mark R. O'Brian, The Conversation

Science Apr 09

Scientists discover evidence for Neanderthal handiwork

Scientists have found the first direct evidence that Neanderthals could make string.

By Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press

Jan 09

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With the government shutdown, American scientific progress is disrupted

Even scientists who don’t work for the government, but receive federal money for research and grants, are among the hundreds of thousands of Americans affected by the government shutdown, now in its 19th day. That means important work and research…

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Why research for the pure sake of knowing is enough

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Female field scientists commonly face sexual harassment, study finds

By Anna Christiansen

Field-based research is often a core component of study for earth disciplines at the university level. It requires living away from home or campus, often in a remote or foreign area. A study released Wednesday by the University of Illinois…

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