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Injecting Melatonin Can Keep Fruits and Vegetables Fresh Much Longer
Leafy vegetables spoil very quickly. The same is true for several fruits and other vegetables. About 30 percent of them […]
How Indian Ocean Storms Fuel Wildfires in California and Beyond
Every wildfire has a spark but some of the most devastating fires on record may be set in motion thousands […]
White Mold Used to Make Brie and Camembert at Risk of Extinction
Traditional Brie and Camembert cheeses were often covered in a mixture of molds. These resulted in unpredictable flavors, textures, and […]
Once a Liar, Always a Liar—Study Reveals
Researchers have long debated whether people behave consistently across situations. This question becomes even more important when the behavior in […]
Colibactin Linked to Rising Young Adult Colorectal Cancer Epidemic
The rates of colorectal cancer differ by geography and have changed over time. Some areas see more cases than others. […]
Minoxidil for Beard and Facial Hair Growth: Is It Effective?
Numerous studies have confirmed the effectiveness of minoxidil in treating a particular type of hair loss called androgenetic alopecia or […]
How the Brain Reacts to Prices: Neural Marker for Price Perception Discovered
Pricing influences consumer behavior. A multidisciplinary team of researchers from Russia has shown that the brain reacts instantly when the […]
Deadly Bacteria Are Evolving—And Learning to Kill Their Own Kind
Hospitals are facing a growing challenge from drug-resistant bacteria. These bacteria have evolved new strategies to survive in medical environments. […]
Sodium-Ion Batteries: Can They Replace Lithium-Ion Batteries?
Sodium-ion batteries are emerging as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries. These batteries use sodium ions to store and release energy. […]