Psychology
We all imagine being friends with celebrities. Is that a bad thing?
One-sided relationships with celebrities and fictional characters are normal. They also can boost self-esteem and empathy.
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Physics
Scientists Say: Voltage
Voltage is a measure of how much electricity is available to power devices.
Explainers
Humans
Explainer: How loud is too loud?
Loud sounds, be it music or noise, might seem like no big deal at the time. But permanent damage can occur without noticeable warning signs.
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Materials Science
Analyze This: This material for 3-D printing is made by microbes
Bacteria with tweaked genes pump out proteins that can be used in a 3-D printer. With microbes in the mix, the living ink can make drugs or suck up chemicals.
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Wild Things
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Snap! High-speed video captures the physics of snapping fingers
Inspired by the infamous snap of the Avengers rival Thanos, scientists set out to investigate the physics behind finger-snapping.
