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Climate

There’s good and bad news with California’s electric vehicle program

The electric vehicle program is reducing carbon dioxide emissions but also shifting the pollution burden to the state’s most disadvantaged communities.

Chemistry

These chemists cracked the code to long-lasting Roman concrete

Roman concrete has stood the test of time, so scientists searched ruins to unlock the ancient recipe that could help architecture and climate change.

Animals

Whale sharks may be the world’s largest omnivores

An analysis of the sharks’ skin shows that the animals eat and digest algae.

Health & Medicine

How living in a pandemic distorts our sense of time

The pandemic has distorted people’s perception of time. That could have implications for collective well-being.

Oceans

Sharks face rising odds of extinction even as other big fish populations recover

Over the last 70 years, large ocean fishes like tuna and marlin have been recovering from overfishing. But sharks continue to decline toward extinction.

Chemistry

How rare earth elements’ hidden properties make modern technology possible

Because of their unique chemistry, the rare earth elements can fine-tune light for many different purposes and generate powerful magnetic fields.

Science & Society

We prioritize family over self, and that has real-world implications

Two studies show how family bonds improve personal and mental health, suggesting policy makers should shift away from individualistic mindsets.

Genetics

Black Death immunity came at a cost to modern-day health

A genetic variant that boosts Crohn’s disease risk may have helped people survive the 14th century bubonic plague known as the Black Death.

Science & Society

Big questions inspire the scientists on this year’s SN 10 list

These scientists to watch study climate change, alien worlds, human evolution, the coronavirus and more.

Physics

How fast a row of dominoes topples depends on friction

Computer simulations reveal that two types of friction are important in determining how quickly dominoes collapse.

Health & Medicine

Procrastination may harm your health. Here’s what you can do

Scientists have tied procrastination to mental and physical health problems. But don't panic if you haven't started your New Year's resolutions yet.

Ecosystems

‘Fen, Bog & Swamp’ reminds readers why peatlands matter

In her latest book, author Annie Proulx chronicles people’s long history with peatlands and examines the ecological value of these overlooked places.