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How large turkey vultures remain aloft in thin air?

Turkey vultures fly faster at altitude to defy thin air.

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Can kombucha tea mimic the effects of fasting?

The microbes’ ability to alter fat metabolism may explain possible health benefits in humans.

Synthetic cells

New synthetic, self-assembling cells made from DNA

Artificial cells that act like living cells.

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Investigating the genetics of heart attacks and strokes in Hispanics

The research is possible thanks to a $2.5 million grant from the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute.

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Constant social media checking may affect functional brain development

Study shows habitual checking of social media may impact young adolescents’ brain development.

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A treasure trove of massive black holes found in dwarf galaxies

Carolina scientists found black holes hiding in plain sight.

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