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Exploration of implicit bias faced by women candidates in elections and its impact on candidate selection

Gut bacteria produce proteins that signal the brain to stop eating. E.coli pump out appetite-suppressing proteins 20 minutes into a meal. An experiment with mice injected these proteins.

Researchers bioengineer vocal cords from starter cells, growing them on a scaffold to produce new vocal cords capable of sound generation.

Researchers discovered the remains of an ancient river system below the Sahara desert sands using satellite sensors. The findings showcase the area's shift from lush grasslands to a dry desert environment.

Discover how stimulating the 'taste cortex' tricked mice into tasting sweet or bitter substances without using their tongues. Explore the origins of taste sensations and how the brain processes different tastes. The podcast suggests that our taste preferences may be innate.

Urban food foraging trend discussed, study finds healthful fruits in cities, lower lead levels than safe drinking water

Female mice are found to vocalize during courtship, challenging the belief that only males sing. Researcher reveals that both male and female mice use vocalizations to attract mates.

The podcast explores the connection between taste, smell, and breathing. It discusses how breathing affects our ability to taste food and how breathing smoothly enhances flavor delivery to the nasal cavity.

Discover how the small galaxy Leo P defies the odds by producing new stars despite its size and the challenges faced by small galaxies.

Howler monkeys with larger testicles make less noise. The size of a bone called the hyoid affects the quality of their calls. There is a tradeoff between deeper calls and sperm production.