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“Enhanced Rock Weathering” Farming Technique Could Slow Global Warming

Discover how adding crushed silicate rocks to crop soils could improve the global carbon footprint of the farming industry.
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Elevated Lead Levels Found in Some US Drinking Water Kiosks

Researchers analyzed water from 20 kiosks across six states and found effective PFAS removal, yet some samples had elevated lead linked to corrosion in internal brass components.
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Analysis of Crystal Deformation Provides Insights Into the Earth’s Mantle

A study using EBSD and TEM imaging found that “b” dislocations in olivine occur in roughly 17% of analyzed crystals. These defects, once considered minor, may significantly influence mantle deformation, and tectonic movement.
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Fermentation Process Helps Remove Bad Odors From Plant-Based Proteins

Researchers developed a two-step fermentation using Lactobacillus plantarum and yogurt cultures to remove 95–99% of unpleasant odors from soy, pea, chickpea, and other plant proteins, improving flavor without raising costs or production time.
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One of the Saltiest Parts of the Ocean Is Getting Fresher

Discover how rising temperatures and altered global wind patterns are causing more freshwater to move through the Southern Indian Ocean.
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Higher Nighttime Temperatures During Pregnancy Linked to Autism Risk

Researchers found that pregnant women exposed to nighttime temperatures above the 90th and 99th percentiles had children with a higher likelihood of autism diagnosis.
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Human Disturbance Leaves Lasting Genetic Scars in Plants

Researchers found that plant populations recovering from human-driven declines retain long-lasting genetic scars, including reduced diversity and higher inbreeding.
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Drinking 2–3 Cups of Coffee Daily May Lower Dementia Risk

Discover how drinking caffeinated coffee and tea has been linked to reductions in dementia risk and less cognitive decline.
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Computer Simulations and Raman Spectroscopy Help Visualize Vibrating Atoms

Realistic quantum-mechanical simulations demonstrate that TERS images reflect surface electronic response as much as atomic displacement. The work improves interpretation of nanoscale vibrational maps.
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Nearly Three-Quarters of US Baby Foods Are Ultra-Processed

Discover how 71% of baby food products tested in the US were found to contain highly-processed additives, with flavor enhancers, thickeners, emulsifiers, and added colors also common.
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