Nature & Technology News in Brief Previous Site Sections Science Comes to the Rescue of Lab Rats Scientists at Tel Aviv University are bioengineering tissues that can take the place of lab rats, saving untold lives. Elisabeth Best
Social Justice Bicycles and the ‘Immigrant Effect’ Finally, some research that may have positive public health implications for minorities! (Or at least recent immigrants.) Elisabeth Best
Environment Music Festivals Offering a Greener Listening Experience Music festivals, like the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, provide a model for reducing the carbon footprint of large events. Elisabeth Best
Economics Transcendental Meditation Mitigates Depression New research indicates Transcendental Meditation may help reduce symptoms of depression, which could also lower the risk of heart disease. Elisabeth Best
News in Brief Respect Human Rights, Reduce Terrorism New research suggests that to be effective, counterterrorism efforts should support human rights, rather than violate them. Elisabeth Best
Social Justice There’s No Brewsky in the Food Pyramid This just in: Drinkers more likely to pair potato chips than apple slices with beer. Elisabeth Best
Social Justice Good Intentions Always in Season at Farmers Markets Although shopping at the farmers market may or may not reduce your carbon footprint, these community bazaars offer benefits beyond efficiency. Elisabeth Best
Economics Today’s Health Hazard: Job Insecurity More data comes in proving that, for American workers, specifically the older ones, job insecurity is bad for your health. Elisabeth Best
Social Justice Making the Case for Carpool Lanes Research indicates that even underused carpool lanes have a smoothing effect on freeway traffic. Elisabeth Best
Social Justice Understanding Pyrodiversity Researchers from Oregon State argue that when it comes to carbon emissions, not all forest fires are created equal. Elisabeth Best