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December 19, 2019
Gulf Coast tick spotted in Indiana
Researchers at Indiana University have located an adult female Gulf Coast tick in Indiana. These ticks sometimes carry diseases like Tidewater fever and are most commonly found near the Gulf of Mexico.
December 12, 2019
Scientists create largest-ever botanical biodiversity data set
Over the last 10 years, 35 researchers have compiled 20 million observational records on the Earth’s land plants in order to create the largest-ever botanical biodiversity data set.
December 10, 2019
Christmas sweaters contribute to plastic pollution
The materials that make up Christmas sweaters could contribute to plastic pollution in the oceans.
December 5, 2019
Software allows humans to see images as animals would
Scientists have created a free software that allows humans to see how the world looks for various animal and insect species.
December 5, 2019
Hair dye and chemical straighteners found to increase risk of breast cancer
Recent research has discovered that women who use permanent hair dyes or chemical hair straighteners are at greater risk for breast cancer.
December 2, 2019
Report: Indiana has Sixth-Highest Rate of Lung Cancer Among U.S. States
American Lung Association report finds tobacco use, radon exposure and air pollution are driving up lung cancer rates.
November 22, 2019
IU developing lab to help first responders through technology, data science
Indiana University is developing a lab to help first responders like firefighters and police officers prepare for floods, wildfires and other disasters.
November 18, 2019
Buying local: Firewood management reduces spread of invasive pests
November 12, 2019
NASA satellite shows 77,768 acres of damage from California’s Kincade Fire
NASA satellite images from Nov. 3 show that California’s Kincade Fire has damaged 77,768 acres of land and destroyed 374 structures.
November 12, 2019
Insects with certain genes may be able to better survive climate change
Researchers have discovered genes that allow some insects to adjust their biological clocks to survive shorter or longer winters, improving their chances of adapting to climate change.
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