One of the most recognizable paintings of all time, The Starry Night, has been found to exhibit how mathematics governs turbulent flow. Researchers in China and France say the whirls and swirls in Vincent van Gogh’s iconic work signal an intuitive understanding of how air, water, and other fluids experience …
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A single letter change in DNA code can potentially decide whether a plant is a lark or a night owl, according to a study published in the journal Plant, Cell and Environment. Arabidopsis thaliana. Image credit: Carl Davies, CSIRO / CC BY 3.0. The circadian clock is a temporal program …
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Everyone benefits from a good night’s sleep. Poor sleep habits can lead to a variety of issues and challenges including weakening of the immune system and even weight gain. Working to improve your sleep truly does have an abundance of benefits. See below for some helpful tips on how to …
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Vast Areas of Mars’ Night Sky Pulse in Ultraviolet Using new data from the Imaging Ultraviolet Spectrograph (IUVS) on NASA’s MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) spacecraft, scientists have found that the atmosphere of Mars pulses in ultraviolet three times per night, and only during Martian spring and fall. The …
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For those approaching retirement or already there, the question of how to invest our money to maximize returns while minimizing risk is at the heart of many of our financial concerns. With so much out of our control and so few clear answers, retirement investment questions can keep you up …
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When the weekend rolls around, most Torontonians are looking for a fun night out. If pricey cocktails and long lines at the club are not your cup of tea, you may find yourself looking for other options. Luckily, Toronto is full of unique activities for a night out. From channeling …
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An international team of scientists led by the Rockefeller University has discovered that a variant of the human gene CRY1 (cryptochrome circadian clock 1) slows the internal biological clock, which dictates rhythmic behavior such as sleep/wake cycles. The study was published in the April 6 issue of the journal Cell. …
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The most glamorous night in Hollywood is just a few days away, and we’ve got your Oscar viewing party covered. While we can’t join the stars on the red carpet, these delicious appetizers are sure to make an A-list spread. Haven’t caught up on all of this year’s best motion …
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Seven new species of the genus Nyctibatrachus (Night frogs) have been discovered in the Western Ghats global biodiversity hotspot in India. Seven new species of night frogs from the Western Ghats, India. Image credit: SD Biju. The genus Nyctibatrachus (family Nyctibatrachidae) is endemic to the Western Ghats and represents an …
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Throughout his career Ben Affleck has been really hit or miss. When he’s been up, he’s had such hits as Good Will Hunting, Argo, The Town, Armageddon and Shakespeare in Love. But when he’s been down, he’s been way down to the point that the film flops. We’re not taking Batman v. …
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