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Tweets tell scientists how quickly we normalize unusual weather

What kinds of weather do people find remarkable, when does that change, and what does that say about the public’s perception of climate change? A study examined those questions through the lens of more than 2 billion US Twitter posts. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder […]

Published on February 25, 2019

Planting small seeds simply: The allure of the slide hammer seeder

The development of a simply made and easy-to-use planting device could make growing important herbs and beneficial insect-attracting plants significantly more efficient and effective. The low-cost tool, known as the Slide Hammer Seeder (a jab-style seeder), gives farmers and gardeners specific control in sowing plants with very small seeds. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on February 23, 2019

Good dog? Bad dog? Their personalities can change

When dog-parents spend extra time scratching their dogs’ bellies, take their dogs out for long walks and games of fetch, or even when they feel constant frustration over their dogs’ naughty chewing habits, they are gradually shaping their dogs’ personalities. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder […]

Published on February 22, 2019