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Decoded Update: April 3, 107
This week, we published articles about genetic changes to mosquitoes, and about earthquakes – and we’re featuring chemist Vincent Summers! What’s next?
Decoded Update March 27, 2017
This week at Decoded finds our experts answering another Ask the Expert Question, and investigating Island Earthquakes.
Decoded Update for March 20, 2017
Presenting happenings in Science around the Globe, as well as new initiatives here at Decoded. Editor’s Corner: New Article Series Upcoming Plant Pathologist Helga George, PhD, will be providing Decoded Science with a year-long article series on poisonous plants. This is really interesting stuff – we’re looking forward to getting this series funded, and sharing […]
Decoded Update for March 13, 2017
This is the first post of a new weekly feature produced by Decoded Everything/Decoded Science In this feature, your Decoded editors and experts will present happenings in Science around the Globe, as well as new initiatives here at Decoded. Editor’s Corner: Ask the Expert Question Answered You may have noticed that we had an Ask […]
Study Finds Decrease in NIH Funded Trials, Increase in Industry-Funded Trials
NIH-Funded trials are down, and Industry-funded trials are increasing – how will this trend impact public health over time?
Oxytocin and a Kinder, Gentler Amygdala
New research shows that the amygdala is not just linked to fear, it’s also connected with pro-social behaviors such as charitable giving.
Autism Linked to Anti-depressant Use in Pregnancy
SSRI use in particular, and antidepressants in general, result in a significantly higher risk of autism for babies when pregnant moms use these medications.
Pompeii: Ancient City Illustrates Why Science Loves History
Scientists love ancient sites like Pompeii, but what makes these sites so good for STEM outreach, educational websites, and online learning about science for kids?
Cronyism Hits Close to Home: Decoded Writer Experiences Hiring Discrimination
When Universities hire researchers via cronyism, not competency, education, and ability, it hurts everyone. Dr. Valerie Dufeu shares an experience in which she was passed over due to bias.