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Science and Politics at the Recent Paris Climate Negotiations
After two weeks of climate negotiations in Paris, nearly 200 nations came together to sign an historic agreement to stem the effects of climate change.
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Healthy Trees, Healthy Cities, Healthy Lives
For the last few years, 美姬社区 citizen scientists have collected data to estimate the health and benefits of urban forests in Boston and Los Angeles.
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Turning the Tide for Penguins in Peril
As Alix and the team wrap up field work this week for the South African Penguins expedition, she reflects on the ongoing challenges facing these birds, and the invaluable resea鈥
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Bees and Butterflies in a Biodiversity Hotspot
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Celebrating 25 years of students doing science in the summer
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