Emily Sohn
All Stories by Emily Sohn
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Environment
An ocean view’s downside
Population growth in coastal areas could threaten shoreline ecosystems.
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Animals
Some birds heed a monkey’s warnings
An African forest bird can tell which monkey alarm calls to pay attention to.
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Animals
Sea otters, kelp, and killer whales
Learning more about sea otters can help rescue the animals and save coastal ecosystems.
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Tech
Drawing energy out of wastewater
Microbes in a fuel cell can generate electricity from plant and animal waste in water.
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Genetics
A butterfly’s new green glow
Scientists have tweaked a butterfly's genes to make its eyes glow green.
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Environment
Improving the Camel
Scientists are breeding camels that are stronger, faster, and able to go longer on less water.
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Planets
Rover Makes Splash on Mars
A robot on Mars has gathered evidence that liquid water once flowed on the Red Planet.
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Health & Medicine
Moving Good Fats from Fish to Mice
Healthful fats from fish could end up in beef, eggs, and other foods.
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Computing
Computers with Attitude
Researchers are trying to design computers that can recognize how you're feeling and react to help you out.