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Katrina PaulsonResearch Suggests Trauma and Healing are Genetically Passed Through GenerationsEpigenetics research brings a new meaning to the phrase “breaking the cycle.”1d ago21d ago2
Katrina PaulsonScientists Gain Insight Into A Mysterious Sleep ConditionParadoxical Insomnia is when people think they’re awake at night, but they aren’t.4d ago104d ago10
Katrina PaulsonScientists Discover Another Reason Sleep is ImportantOur neurons and brainwaves keep our brains clean of wasteJun 2311Jun 2311
Katrina PaulsonExcess Oxygen isn’t As Benign as Scientists ThoughtWe typically perceive oxygen as harmless, even the source of Life, but hyperoxia shows there is such a thing as breathing too much oxygen.Jun 2015Jun 2015
Katrina PaulsonSome Scientists Want to Try Blocking Sunlight to Combat Global WarmingAs science-fiction as it sounds, it’s very much a reality and in need of discussionJun 1331Jun 1331
Katrina PaulsonBrewer’s Waste Can Make Recycling E-Waste EasierHumans have enjoyed beer for centuries, and now scientists have discovered the leftover yeast from brewing beer has a surprisingly…Jun 911Jun 911
Katrina PaulsonMath May Fill In Where Language Falls ShortSometimes, words aren’t enough to describe our experiences, but mathematical advancement could help us fill in the gaps.Jun 610Jun 610
Katrina PaulsonGame Theory Research Suggests We Can’t Ever Fully Learn From Our MistakesWe like to think we’re superior rational creatures, but research reminds us that we’re also selfish and emotional animals that don’t always…Jun 310Jun 310
Katrina PaulsonA New Study Suggests Orcas Are Actually Three Different SpeciesWe’ve long assumed Orcas were a single species, but new research says otherwise.May 305May 305