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Melatonin’s role in protecting the heart – the evidence so far
Many people know of melatonin as the sleep hormone – and, indeed, that’s what most of the research on melatonin has focused on. However, melatonin ...
Social media ‘likes’ found to positively influence healthy food choices – new research
Social media users who view images of healthy foods that have been heavily endorsed with ‘likes’ are more likely to make healthier food choices, a ...
Experts in the Media – UMW entomologist is the go-to expert on the Spotted Lanternfly
Move over cicadas. Spotted Lanternflies are now in the spotlight, hitchhiking across America. The invasive species, which came via cargo from Asia, are now wreaking ...
UMW entomologist can explain why it should be ‘lights out’ for the spotted lanternfly
The call for a cull has been made. Spotted lanternflies are popping up across the East Coast, and scientists are worried this invasive insect could ...
Start Your Children's Day Off Right So They Can Be Productive At School
Though the 2020 school year may be very different than in past years, it’s still an ideal time to get kids back on track – with ...
Pollutants cause climate change and wreak havoc on human health. It's a problem hurting Americans and the planet. Let our experts help with your coverage.
If you are a journalist covering climate change and environmental issues, let us help your coverage. Jennifer Burney is an environmental scientist at UC San ...
The buzz about bees and how UC San Diego is doing its part to preserve and protect pollinators
They may be small, but bees play a leading role in the way the world eats. Plants and flowers need to be pollinated to grow, ...
