Biological Sciences

World's Coral Reefs Are Headed For Major Die-Off

Unless we do something about greenhouse gas emissions, say bye to these incredibly important ecosystems.
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Someone Finally Invented A Breast Pump That Isn't Completely Awful

This device, which is a huge step forward for womankind, is supposed to arrive in the spring.
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Your Microbiome May Determine Whether Your Diet Succeeds Or Fails

Switching to a healthier diet won't get you too far unless you have the right gut bacteria.
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Nest's 'Eagle Cam' Is All That It's Cracked Up To Be

First hatchling has emerged on live-stream video; sibling still to come.
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Even Small Changes In Global Temperatures Can Have Disastrous Consequences For Birds

Higher temperatures could be a death sentence for migratory species, a new study finds.
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The Great Lakes Have Become A Dumping Ground For Millions Of Pounds Of Plastic

The amount of plastic that enters Lake Michigan alone each year is equivalent to 100 Olympic-sized pools full of plastic bottles, a study finds.
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Literal Tons Of The World's Most Trafficked Mammal Seized In China

Pangolins simply can't catch a break.
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Carrie Fisher's Death Highlights The Reality Of Heart Disease In Women

Women face distinct risk factors and symptoms.
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The EPA Knows How To Prevent The Next Flint. Will A Trump EPA Do It?

It's unclear where the next administration will lead the agency tasked with keeping America's water safe.
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Sales Of Livestock Antibiotics Are Still Growing

Doctors say the overuse of antibiotics on farms presents a massive public health risk.
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