The LGB Community Is Working Hard to Save the World
New research finds that gay men and lesbian women are disproportionately represented in the anti-war and environmental movements.
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Could Earthquake-Monitoring Technology Help Save Elephants?
A new study shows how technology developed to study earthquakes could help conservationists monitor elephant populations from afar.
Tourism Leads to Way More Emissions Than Previously Thought
And the industry's share of global emissions is only expected to grow.
On Climate Change, a Disconnect Between Attitudes and Behavior
A new study finds climate change skeptics are more likely to behave in eco-friendly ways than those who are highly concerned about the issue.
The Positive Impact of Mindfulness Training Is Felt Six Years Later
Learning how to stay focused in the present has beneficial long-term results.
The Great Barrier Reef Is Getting Too Quiet
A new study finds coral reefs are sounding less like suitable homes to baby fish.
Is the Christian Right Driving Americans Away From Religion?
New research finds that, when evangelical organizations raise their profile by sponsoring a high-profile political campaign, a backlash ensues.
Ideology Isn’t Really About Issues
New research finds our attachment to political labels is based more on social identity than policy positions.
Uncovering the Literal Roots of Your Ideology
New research suggests our ancestors' agricultural practices may have shaped our beliefs and assumptions.
For Artists, Traumatic Childhoods Can Lead to More Intense Creative Experiences
Performing can be a way of letting go of one's sense of self.