Tag archives for biology
Food Scientists Bring New Attention to Taste
Posted by Youth Radio Investigates on September 24, 2012 Youth Radio invited author and food scientist Barb Stuckey to our studios to give us a taste of her book, Taste What You’re Missing. On the tables there were plates with multiple cups filled with unknown liquids, a jelly bean, some crackers, a strawberry, and a couple other small treats. I felt a little as…
Changes In Ancient Humans’ Diet Made Wisdom Teeth Obsolete
Posted by Alyson Foster on November 23, 2011 
Other than a trip to the oral surgeon, there isn’t much a purpose for wisdom teeth, is there? A new study looks at why these molars are such a pain.
Brains, Actually
Posted by Alyson Foster on June 9, 2011 
Acting may not be brain surgery, but Oscar winner Colin Firth can now add “brain researcher” to his resume. The actor recently urged scientists to explore how political views are reflected in a person’s brain structure.
Captive Bear Workshops to be Held at The 20th International Conference on Bear Research & Management (Ottawa, Canada)
Posted by Jordan Carlton Schaul of University of Alaska on May 19, 2011 On July 17th - July 23rd bear biologists from around the world will convene in Ottawa, Canada for the 20th International Conference on Bear Research & Management. The week-long meeting includes key-note addresses by Ian Stirling and Stephen Herrero– two distinguished, veteran bear biologists. The conference is hosted by the International Association for Bear Research & Management (IBA) . For more…
