When we think of lead poisoning, most of us imagine modern human-made pollution, paint, old pipes, or exhaust …
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Science & Tech
Disclosure, DNA, and the Design Hypothesis: What Chromosome 2 Tells Us About Human Origins
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrChromosome 2, the fused strand that sets humans apart from other primates, may be the most compelling clue …
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Science Unmasked
Warn, Hide or Stand Out? How Color in the Animal World Is a Battle for Survival
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe animal world is incredibly colorful, and behind this color palette is a constant game of survival. Most …
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Science Unmasked
2 Lizard-Like Creatures Crossed Tracks 355 Million Years Ago. Today, Their Footprints Yield a Major Discovery
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe emergence of four-legged animals known as tetrapods was a key step in the evolution of many species …
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Science Unmasked
Newly Discovered Tree Frog Species From 55 Million Years Ago Challenges Evolutionary Tree
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAustralian tree frogs today make up over one-third of all known frog species on the continent. Among this …
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Science
We Found the Only Kangaroo That Doesn’t Hop — and It Can Teach Us How Roos Evolved Their Quirky Gait
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn the remnant rainforests of coastal far-north Queensland, bushwalkers may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of …
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TechnologyFeatured
The Inevitability of AI for Technologically Advancing Civilizations
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrThroughout history, civilizations have evolved along two primary trajectories: spiritual advancement and technological advancement. Some civilizations cultivate inner …
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Technology
Smaller Brains? Fewer Friends? An Evolutionary Biologist Asks How AI Will Change Humanity’s Future
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhat will humans be like generations from now in a world transformed by artificial intelligence (AI)? Plenty of …
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Science Unmasked
Stoneflies Change Color in Response to Deforestation, Suggesting Humans Can Alter Evolution
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAs we continue to change the planet, scientists are worried we might also be altering the evolutionary trajectories …
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Environment
Honk! These Monkeys Have Truly Legendary Noses — Now We Better Understand Why
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOf all the monkey species around the world, one stands out with its large, bizarre nose. Male proboscis …