DNA As Cristalline Sphere: The Role Of Genes In Academic Performance
Scientists have used a genetic test thought to predict academic achievements solely based on genes. They are already talking about a test for dyslexia. Why…
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The Risks Of Drinkers: A Twin Study Investigating The Role Of Genes And Environment In Alcohol Abuse
Scientists have investigated whether education changes the risk of adolescents that drink a dangerous amount. The answer is no, but education influences other risk factors….
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Sustainable Production Of Value-Added Chemicals From Biodiesel Glycerol
The biodiesel industry has been growing substantially around the world and given the increasing demands for renewable diesel, further growth is expected. Compared with mineral…
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Using The Anthropocene Marine Transgressive Sequence As A Marker For The Base Of The Anthropocene Epoch
The term “Anthropocene Marine Transgression” is used to delineate the beginning of a fourth major change in the rate of sea level rise during the…
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Exploring Low-Concentration PV Technology As An Environmentally-Friendly Option In Large-Scale Applications
Low-concentration PV technology is an interesting concept because it can work as a static concentrator without any tracking systems or seasonal adjustments, showing potential benefits…
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Prediction Of Engine Emissions Through Biologically-Inspired Models
The use of artificial neural networks and other types of prediction models of biological inspiration are used in a huge variety of applications, covering very…
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Having It All: Brazil’s Sustainable Agricultural Intensification Challenge
Beef production has underpinned Brazil’s economic ascendance into global commodity markets, accounting for 15.5% of global production in 2013 (1). Brazilian exports are considered highly…
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Smoking Pot Does Not Make You Stupid (Birdbrained)
Common beliefs say smoking pot may lower your IQ. A study in twins now contradicts this: Intelligence is suffering from something completely different. Childhood and…
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Informal Urban Firewood Markets Persist Despite Large-Scale Socioeconomic Development
Almost three-quarters of Africa’s urban population uses firewood as their primary source of domestic energy, and the International Energy Agency projected that the absolute numbers…
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Using Three Approaches To Determine Whether Renewable Energy Sources Have Replaced Fossil Fuel
The exploitation of wind and solar sources has transformed the electricity production systems, allowing for a diversified, endogenous, and green mix of electricity sources. It…
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A Green Method For Biomass Solubilization: Subcritical Water Process Combined With Microwave Pretreatment
Lignocellulosic biomass materials are attracting increasing attention as renewable, economical, and abundant resources to reduce dependency on petroleum resources and minimize energy and material feedstock…
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