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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels
In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.
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How glow-in-the-dark jellyfish inspired a scientific revolution
What makes a jellyfish glow? For scientists, asking that simple question led to a powerful new tool that’s completely transformed medicine — and won the Nobel!
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Overwhelmed by all things COVID-19? An expert answers your questions
From clothing to groceries, there's a lot of question marks these days. What should we actually worry about (and what’s just overkill)? Dr. John Swartzberg, professor emeritus of public health at UC Berkeley, gives us some clarity.
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The evolutionary advantage of the teenage brain
Research is showing that the behaviors of teenagers aren’t just there to annoy parents. They serve a real evolutionary purpose.
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How to live well with stress — even in the coronavirus era
Understanding the science of stress has never seemed more important for our health. But according to UCSF’s Dr. Elissa Epel, not all stress is the same.
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