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May 09 2025SCIENCE

Grunion Beach Parties: The Surprising Land Adventures of California's Fish

California's beaches are home to a unique spectacle. Once a year, during the spring high tides, California grunion leave the water and head to the shore. This is not a random occurrence. It is a coordinated effort to reproduce. These fish have developed special ways to move on land. They do this to

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May 09 2025HEALTH

How Disability Registration Affects Health Care Access

People with disabilities often face significant hurdles when trying to get the health care they need. Despite this, there hasn't been much research into how having a disability affects the consistency of medical care. This is a big deal because consistent care is crucial for managing health issues

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May 09 2025HEALTH

Spinal Injury and Urinary Woes: The Hidden Struggle

In the world of spinal cord injury (SCI), urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a big deal. They don't play by the same rules as they do in the general population. For those with SCI, UTIs can really mess up their quality of life. In some cases, they can even lead to something as serious as urosepsis,

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May 08 2025HEALTH

Parents with HIV: Balancing Self-Care and Family Care in the Southeast

In the Southeast, parents with HIV face a tough battle. They often deal with trauma, substance use, and mental health issues. These problems can affect their kids too, but not many studies look at how this happens. So, healthcare providers were asked for their thoughts. They shared insights on the s

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May 08 2025OPINION

Children's Safety in the Spotlight: Rethinking Court Transparency

The debate around making child dependency courts open to the public is hot. Some say it's a good idea. Others say it's not. One person who thinks it's a good idea is Nathan Witkin. He believes that open courts will make people more aware of child welfare issues. He also thinks that this awareness w

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Meeting of the Minds: Exploring Earth's Hidden Life

The world of science is always buzzing with exciting events. One such gathering brought together brilliant minds from two major societies. These societies focus on how life interacts with the environment, both above and below ground. This meeting was a big deal. It allowed experts to share their lat

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

How Learning Changes How We See Faces

Familiarity with faces can greatly affect how we recognize them. This is because our brains store faces in a sort of mental "face space. " When we see a face often, it changes how we see it and how we compare it to other faces. But how exactly does this happen? Researchers looked into this by condu

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

The Power of Allies: How Support Can Change the Game for Marginalized Workers

In the world of work, some people face unfair hurdles. These are folks from groups that have been left out of the main social, economic, educational, and cultural scenes. They often struggle with lower well-being, tense relationships, and fewer career opportunities compared to those who have more ad

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Speedy Memories: The Surprising Truth About How We Recall

In the world of memory studies, there's a curious twist. When people are asked to judge if they "remember" or just "know" something, the "remember" responses are often quicker. This might seem odd, as "remember" is supposed to be slow and thoughtful, while "know" should be fast and automatic. Some e

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Catalysts: The Unsung Heroes in Cleaning Up Air Pollution

Catalysts are vital in tackling air pollution, specifically volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds are everywhere, from paints to cleaning supplies, and they're harmful when inhaled. To make catalysts more effective at breaking down VOCs, scientists have been working on improving their

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