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Read this article at:   https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-does-limiting-sugar-early-in-life-affect-adult-health/ or watch at:  https://youtu.be/pL6MsH4OHmc Summary: Researchers exploit the end of World War II sugar rationing to examine the link between limited sugar exposure up to age two and health problems as adults. Abstract: What do soda, ice cream, and candy have in common? T...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-did-mammals-evolve-to-live-in-the-sea/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/a5DHR61VJOM Summary: Researchers compared neuropeptides in cetacean and land mammal DNA to explore how mammals evolved to live underwater. Abstract: Marine mammals are well adapted to living in the sea. For example, whales and dolphins are excellent diver...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/which-chemical-makes-ants-walk-like-zombies/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/-u5sFXvMWYY Summary: Researchers wanted to see how Ophiocordyceps infects ants, causing them to turn into "zombies", through the release of chemicals like aflatrem, which impacts their movement and alters their genes. Abstract: Have you ever seen an ant...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-can-fossils-tell-us-about-growing-up/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/CCO7RT8lOnU Summary: A new fossil find shows that the ancestors of mammals grew up more slowly in the Jurassic Era than they do now. Abstract: Did you know that some animals like crocodiles and sharks keep growing larger as they get older? Mammals are not...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-do-storms-impact-coastal-ecosystems/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/5dfmaWT2T5E Summary: Researchers investigated the impact of tropical cyclones on five coastal ecosystems. Abstract: Climate change is making tropical cyclones stronger. It is also making them more common. We know tropical cyclones can cause a lot of damage...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-green-is-liquefied-natural-gas/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/L36aSPTkVKc Summary: Researchers wanted to measure the total carbon footprint of LNG production. Abstract: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is an important energy source for some countries. Sometimes it’s claimed to be cleaner than coal since it produces less CO₂ whe...

Read this article at:   https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-sustainable-options-are-there-for-jet-fuel/ or watch at:  https://youtu.be/1mlvKIQFwGs Summary: Researchers reviewed information about the availability and use of alternative fuels for airplanes. Abstract: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be? Is it a tropical paradise or the snow-capped mountains?...

Read this article at:   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/LuBmWexq168 Summary: Researchers identify the social impacts of making and using biofuels for aviation to investigate their sustainability. Abstract: Plant-based jet fuel is the focus of many studies. Why? Many people think that these fuels are a good alternative to fossil fuel jet fuels. They think they are a sustainable option for air travel...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-do-parasites-limit-a-childs-growth/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/4CgQSlibgs8 Summary:Researchers wanted to explore different pathways by which parasites can lead to stunting. Abstract: Stunting affects millions of kids around the world. This means they are not growing as tall as they should. Unfortunately, stunted childre...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-happens-to-astronauts-dna-in-space/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/DLGr3RHtwa4 Summary: Researchers examined changes in telomere length during a short civilian space mission. Abstract: Space is a really cool place. It is even becoming popular as a tourist destination! But space is also a dangerous place. Floating around so...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-if-earth-had-a-ring-like-saturns/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/v9w0XqSlK8A Summary: Scientists investigated whether Earth used to have a ring around it and how this would have affected our planet millions of years ago. Abstract: We know that some planets can have rings. Saturn’s rings are especially famous! But could Ear...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-does-thiamine-fortified-salt-taste/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/ncKe3VNBk6c Summary: Researchers conducted taste tests to see whether a new thiamine-fortified salt could help address vitamin deficiencies in Cambodia. Abstract: Everyone needs vitamins and minerals to stay healthy. But it’s not always easy to get all you n...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-can-we-detect-rare-animals/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/0Uo06Yw5vkc Summary: Scientists use environmental DNA to determine which golden mole species live in the western part of southern Africa, including one species previously believed extinct. Abstract: Did you know that scientists can use DNA to figure out which organi...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-helpful-is-the-r21-malaria-vaccine/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/Fzti2_4uFos Summary: Researchers wanted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the R21 malaria vaccine. Abstract: Have you ever heard of malaria? It's a serious disease spread by mosquito bites and affects millions of people each year. Scientists have develo...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-are-the-benefits-of-marine-protected-areas/   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/mTdP4plixKw Summary: Researchers wanted to assess the economic benefits of marine protected areas. Abstract: You have probably heard that the ocean is in trouble. One reason is that we are catching too many fish, which is bad for the fish and the en...

Read this article at:  https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/what-can-fingerprints-tell-us-about-artists/ or watch at:  https://youtu.be/7lnGo38XJQ8 Summary: Researchers used a CT scan to analyze fingerprints left on a sculpture to determine information about the artist. Abstract: Have you ever noticed that each of your fingertips has a complex pattern of lines? These lines are unique to...

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Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-much-do-viruses-change-over-time/ or watch at:  https://youtu.be/qsMt1xldK64 Summary:Scientists compared ancient bacteriophages in human poop samples dating back 5,300 years to modern ones. Abstract: Bacteriophages, or just phages, are tiny viruses that infect bacteria. Some phages help us by killing harmful bacteria and keep...

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sciencejournalforkids.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sciencejournalforkids.substack.com

Read this article at:   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/5bR2GVvQvYw Summary: Researchers found that bonobos and chimpanzees have a long-term social memory very similar to humans. Abstract: There are cute stories of zoo-living apes that seem to recognize their former caregivers. They also seem to recognize familiar apes and tell them apart from strangers. But we don’t know how detailed their memory...

Read this article at:   or watch at:  https://youtu.be/0hTsKN9snwU Summary: Researchers reviewed studies to summarize the effects of e-cigarette vaping on the body’s cells. Abstract: Did you know that most people who vape are teens? E-cigarette (e-cig) companies market vaping as a safe alternative to traditional smoking. Well, vaping is safer than traditional smoking, but it is still dangerous to...

Read this article at:   or watch at: https://youtu.be/dVoB7IS1k9g   Summary: Researchers investigated the impact of the accuracy of COVID-19 beliefs and metacognition on public health compliance and vaccine willingness. Abstract: During the COVID-19 pandemic, public health experts asked people to take steps to help stop the spread of the virus. These included wearing face masks, limiting contact w...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-does-the-brain-adapt-to-blindness/   or watch at: https://youtu.be/SvF3TX1iO2Q   Summary: Scientists tested how blind and sighted people used sound in tracking motion to learn more about how the brain works. Abstract: You hear footsteps behind you. They’re getting louder! You turn around quickly. Your friend was trying to sne...

Read this article at: https://www.sciencejournalforkids.org/articles/how-can-air-travel-produce-fewer-greenhouse-gas-emissions/   or watch at: https://youtu.be/d8mS4bH_G2E   Summary: Researchers compare nine different possible scenarios to determine how the aviation industry could reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Abstract: When you think about the causes of climate change, what comes to mind? Do y...