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How Lava Lamps Protect the Internet
Our most sensitive digital information is protected by harnessing the chaotic behavior of systems like lava lamps, thereby solving the critical problem that computers, by their very nature, cannot be truly random.
The Dinosaur Dilemma That Darwin Couldn’t Solve
An ingenious experiment with chickens reveals the surprising evolutionary advantage of a "half wing" in non-flying dinosaurs, finally solving a puzzle that has stumped scientists since Darwin's time.
De-Extinction or Rebranding? Inside the New Dire Wolf Controversy
Can the past be a key to preserving the future? This exploration delves into Colossal Biosciences' dire wolf project and examines the true implications of de-extinction for conservation.
What To Look For In 4-Billion-Year-Old Rock
Ultra-durable crystals called zircons, found in ancient rocks, preserve chemical clues that date back over 4 billion years—revealing…
Hearing What You Can See
Synesthesia, where senses blend to create unique experiences like “tasting” words or “seeing” music, affects about 1 in…
Research Does Not Yield Instant Results—It Takes Time
Groundbreaking medical advancements, like GLP-1 drugs derived from lizard venom, highlight the importance of pursuing “useless” knowledge. What…
We See Numbers In a Special Way
Research shows that humans and infants possess innate numerical senses distinct from symbolic number systems. Infants demonstrate basic…
Peacocks were a mystery. Darwin figured them out.
Unlike natural selection which favors traits for survival, sexual selection explains traits that enhance mating success, such as…
Saving New York Using the “Billion Oyster Project”
The Billion Oyster Project aims to restore the ecosystem of New York Harbor by planting a billion oysters…
Is It Human to Be a Fan of Something?
You may already be a fan of a particular movie or series, or music group, or a sports…