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Infants Got Talent!

Posted on August 29, 2017October 24, 2022 by namratadave

According to the results of a study by researchers from the University of Washington, babies can perceive pitch better than adults, despite…

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    Would a Self-Driving Car Kill You If it Had the Chance?

    Posted on August 7, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

    What started out as a study of ethical decision making for self-driving cars turned into a study of human psychology. How do we decide, when…

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      Pollution from traffic can cause DNA damage in children

      Posted on June 19, 2017October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

      Cars are everywhere. They are essential for our day to day lives, but these vehicles are a double-edged-sword. Cars emit exhaust gases, and…

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        Microbial Computers: Is There Anything that Bacteria Can’t Do?

        Posted on June 5, 2017October 24, 2022 by SanjoySom

        Really, is there anything that microbes can't do?

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          How do algae biofuels compare to diesel in real engines?

          Posted on May 24, 2017October 24, 2022 by Mary Sabuda

          Choosing the right species of algae is one of the most important first steps, they report, as it ultimately impacts the engine’s…

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            Cutting edge water filtration inspired by your kidneys

            Posted on May 23, 2017October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

            The latest cutting-edge water filtration technique comes from a biochemistry process that predates even dinosaurs. It involves harnessing…

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              CONPHINE: Nanoconfining Polymers for Stretchable Smart Devices

              Posted on May 18, 2017October 24, 2022 by namratadave

              Wearable electronics are the new fashion statement. Fitness trackers, smart watches, electronic skins….the possibilities are endless. We…

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                Disposable Vape Pens: What Are You Inhaling?

                Posted on May 2, 2017October 24, 2022 by Gina Misra

                Metal elements were found in the vapors of electronic cigarettes and hookahs and their concentrations were compared to regular cigarettes.

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                  Are facial morphs a reliable way to produce fake IDs?

                  Posted on April 15, 2017October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

                  Most people can identify a familiar face in a photo, even if the picture is taken at an unusual angle, or in poor lighting. Think about how…

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                    Why trains don’t fall off the track when turning

                    Posted on April 12, 2017October 24, 2022 by CrystalRiley

                    Trains have been the fundamental backbone of transportation and shipping for a few hundred years. Despite the ubiquity of trains, the…

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