More Than Jaw Pain
September 2020 Print this issue More Than Jaw PainTMJ Disorders ExplainedEn españolSend us your comments Your jaw works hard every day so you can laugh, talk, smile, and eat. When…
Modern humans reached westernmost Europe 5,000 years earlier than previously known
Research News Discovery may indicate that modern humans and Neanderthals lived in the area concurrently September 29, 2020 Modern humans arrived in westernmost Europe 38,000 – 41,000 years ago, about…
NSF selects Sean Jones to head Mathematical and Physical Sciences directorate
News Release 20-009 September 29, 2020 The U.S. National Science Foundation has selected Sean Jones to serve as head of the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Jones has worked…
Scientists investigate marine heatwaves and shifting ocean currents
Research News Extreme warming affects fisheries and economies September 28, 2020 North America experienced a series of dangerous heatwaves during the summer of 2020, breaking records from coast to coast.…
Marine sponges inspire the next generation of skyscrapers and bridges
Research News Bioinspired architecture could pave the way for stronger, lighter structures September 28, 2020 When we think about sponges, we tend to think of something soft and squishy. But…
Researchers set to take to the air above the Arctic and New York City
Research News Scientists will use research aircraft to measure atmospheric composition and air quality September 28, 2020 Atmospheric scientists are embarking on two new research projects supported by the U.S.…
Rising temperatures could shift US West Nile virus transmission
Research News Warming climate may increase US areas where West Nile virus spreads efficiently September 24, 2020 West Nile virus spreads most efficiently in the U.S. at temperatures between 75.2…
New study reveals that soil is a significant carbon sequestration driver
Research News Research quantifies global soil carbon sequestered by roots and amount leached into soil September 24, 2020 As harmful atmospheric carbon dioxide levels continue to increase, understanding the planet’s…