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Image $1.2M grant will fund study on neighborhood environment’s possible role in cancer risk March 18, 2025 A grant from the American Cancer Society will allow researchers to develop a comprehensive picture of the factors that may contribute to increased cancer risk in some neighborhoods. Read more
Image The fire paradox: Tree-ring data shows wildfire activity has declined, not increased Feb. 17, 2025 Contrary to what people might think, North American forests are burning less, not more, according to new data. A study published in Nature Communications reveals how this trend may be causing more aggressive fires. Read more
Image You might have a spoon's worth of microplastics - in your brain. Feb. 3, 2025 The average brain may contain a spoonful of plastic, a new study suggests. Read more
Image Scientists discover concerning new source of ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water Jan. 6, 2025 According to a recent study 45% of the tap water in the United States is contaminated with "forever chemicals" that are considered dangerous to human health. Read more
