Gambling Addiction: The Sensible Years, Studied In Twins
For some young people, the transition to adulthood also means starting a career as a gambler. Researchers have discovered that genes are also involved. In…
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Using Double-Frequency Ground Penetrating Radar To Measure Ice Accumulation
In cold regions, ice accumulation often affects navigation, flood control, water supply, power generation, and other human activities. Under extreme conditions, it can also result…
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A Change, An Opportunity: How Bacteria Can Effect A Homogeneous Environment
1,000,000,000,000. A trillion. This is the number of species that are estimated to inhabit planet Earth with us. Organisms of all conceivable sizes, shapes, and…
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Alternative Routes Of Learning In The Brain
It is interesting to see how the popularization of neuroscience has led to the use of funny expressions like, “This is too much for my…
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The Sunniest Spots On The Moon Are Not Where You’d Expect Them
The 23.4° tilt of the Earth’s rotation axis with respect to the ecliptic plane is the reason for our pronounced seasons on Earth. The ecliptic…
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Development And Implementation Of Solutions Improving PV Array Performance Monitoring
Photovoltaic (PV) system performance can be degraded by different factors such as shadowing, soiling, aging of modules, and faults in the components. These factors can…
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The Power Of Exome: Finding Answers And Ending Doubt
Few things are more heartbreaking than an undiagnosed condition. It plagues families and healthcare providers alike, leaving both uncertain on best next steps for medical…
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A Statistical Exploration Of (The Link between) Grape Cultivars And Yeast Assimilable Nitrogen
Over the centuries, winemaking has followed an empirical approach, with the “know-how” being passed down from generation to generation. Due to the romanticism associated with…
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Hot Temperature Has Highest Mortality Risk, But Moderately Cold Temperature Contributed To The Most Deaths In India
Extreme temperatures, including cold spells and heat waves, have detrimental effects on human health. Most climate change projections foresee extreme weather becoming more prevalent. Indeed,…
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Artificially Intelligent Ventilation For Clean Air And Health: Time To Act
Most people spend 90% of their lifetime in enclosed indoor environments. It is a human right to breathe clean air. According to the WHO report…
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Chronic Liver Disease Mortality Rates And Geographic Variability In The US
Chronic liver disease (CLD) is a leading cause of death for all Americans. Notably, it is the fourth leading cause of death in those 45-54…
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