Are you lonesome tonight? Why we, like Elvis, turn to food for comfort
Research has shown that some individuals are more susceptible than others to the habit-forming behavior of overeating high-fat, high-sugar foods.
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To restore our soils, feed the microbes
New research suggests that by fostering an efficient and active soil microbiome, we can accelerate soil regeneration far beyond typical rates seen in nature.
What's the deal with the debt ceiling? 5 questions answered
Just like the rest of us, governments must borrow when they spend more money than they receive.
Human noise pollution is disrupting parks and wild places
A recent study found human-caused noise in protected areas doubled sound energy in many U.S. protected areas, and that noise was encroaching into the furthest reaches of remote areas.
Climate change is shrinking the Colorado River
One third of the flow decline over the past two decades was likely due to higher temperatures in the Colorado River's Upper Basin.
How math education can catch up to the 21st century
While memorized skills and procedures are useful, knowing the underlying meanings and understanding how they work builds problem-solving skills so that students may go beyond solving the standard book chapter problem.
Saving Javan rhinos from extinction starts with counting them – and it's not easy
It is very hard to count small populations and characterize their distribution accurately. Nonetheless, scientists and the Indonesian government are forming a plan to rescue the imperiled Javan rhino.
Poor and middle-income families need a better way than 529s to save for college
A college education is increasingly necessary for success in today’s economy. It’s also increasingly expensive.