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A study led by UC Berkeley postdoctoral researcher Monika Fischer aims to explain the function of Pyronema, a genus of “fire-loving” fungus, in a post-fire environment. According to Matt Traxler, ...

Every day you learn something new, and that’s great. But some days are extra special. Some days, you learn things about the “fecal liberation of intestinal gases.” Those days are the best. I knew that ...

Do biofuels always create smaller carbon footprints than their fossil-fuel competitors? Not necessarily, finds a new study. Do biofuels always create smaller carbon footprints than their fossil-fuel ...

Activated charcoal can be found almost everywhere: in toothpaste, skin care products, baked goods, beverages and water filtration systems. Here's what you need to know about this seemingly ubiquitous ...