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Why Taxi Drivers Don’t Die of Alzheimer’s
Explaining taxi and ambulance drivers’ protection against Alzheimer’s disease.
by Erin O'Donnell
Greening Global Finance
A proposed “green” swap enables decarbonization of emerging market development projects.
by Jonathan Shaw
The Dangers of Mirror Life
Life forms built from left-handed DNA and RNA could threaten Earth’s plants, animals, and insects.
by Ann Thomas
The Green Star State
Cheap renewable energy could position Texas to become a major producer of clean hydrogen fuel.
by Jonathan Shaw
Governing Games of Chance
Responding to the explosive growth of online gambling and sports betting, a new report urges governments to regulate with public health in mind.
by Jordan Smith
Teen Grind Culture
Teens need better strategies to cope with lives lived partly online.
by Erin O'Donnell
Reforming Misdemeanors
In more misdemeanor cases, prosecutors should decline to proceed from the start.
by Max J. Krupnick
In Africa, Food vs. Climate?
Improved agricultural practices could cut methane emissions to zero.
by Nina Pasquini
How Much Alcohol Is Safe?
Drinking alcohol increases cancer risk, but may protect against cardiovascular disease.
by Erin O'Donnell
How the Mind Assigns Meaning to Words
New research on how the brain uses sounds to form words and create meaning.
by Jonathan Shaw
Why Ivy Athletes Score in Careers
How does undergraduate participation in varsity sports enhance career success?
by Jonathan Shaw