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DON’T FORGET THE SUNSCREEN

“Don’t forget the sunscreen!” The imperative cried before a trip to the beach is an important one, with the pasty white lotion saving many a
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THE SECRET LIFE OF LICHENS

Even though I’ve lived here for two years, I still have conversations with friends in which I admit that I haven’t yet seen many of
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WON’T YOU BEE MY NEIGHBOR?: PART 1

Question: What do mustard, pickles, and hot peppers have in common? Answer: In addition to being united atop a properly dressed Chicago-style hot dog, each
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BIOLUMINESCENCE IN THE NATURAL WORLD

For my nephew’s birthday, I got him a kit of experiments based on the science of glowing. He loved it and I think his mother
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REGULATING TOXIC SUBSTANCES

Like many Americans, I’ve lived under the assumption that the chemicals used in all sorts of everyday products are thoroughly tested and known to be
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TAKE A WHIFF OF CHEMISTRY

You just got home after a long day of work and you slip off your shoes, contemplating the options for dinner. But before you can
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AN APPLE A DAY

It is always interesting when the bright beam of modern research turns to highlight age-old wisdom. Since my childhood, I have been familiar with the
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MEASURING EARTH’S HEALTH

When I was visiting family this past week, my mother-in-law shared with us how she uses her Fitbit to keep track of how much she
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VIRUSES: A FORCE OF NATURE

Viruses are capable of creating havoc. Sometimes when I think about viruses, I get a picture of a massive outbreak. Usually this picture isn’t the
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MUSICIANS MAY MAKE BETTER SCIENTISTS

About 20 years ago, Miller and Coen published "The Case for Music in the Schools." In this article, they noted that 66 percent of music
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Latest Articles

A researcher takes elevation measurements as the sun rises in a coastal environment near the shore.

In the Pacific Northwest, ecosystems are shifting due to heatwaves, disease and invasive species

April 16, 2026

A dispatch from the cleanroom, where electronics are made: One researcher reflects on success and failure in the scientific process

April 9, 2026

A fleet of ultra-low temperature tools transports scientists to a microscopic world with huge possibilities for discovery

April 9, 2026

researcher adjusting laser in lab

Between the heavens and Earth: Christopher Nowak’s chemistry journey from exploring interstellar molecules to revolutionizing energy and food production

April 9, 2026

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