Physical Science Why do ducklings swim in a line behind their mother? Scientists created a mathematical model to figure out why swimming in a line benefits baby ducks and geese.
Physical Science Can computers help us recycle more plastic? Researchers wanted to find a way to improve plastic recycling using a computer program.
Archeology Where did the first people in the Caribbean come from? Scientists used ancient DNA, radiocarbon dating, and archaeological remains to find out where the first people in the Caribbean came from.
Animal behavior How do ravens’ thinking skills compare with apes’? Scientists wanted to know how ravens’ intelligence and cognitive skills compared to apes.
Astronomy How can we predict bone loss in astronauts? Researchers wanted to assess and predict bone loss in astronauts caused by spaceflight.
Discrimination How do gender stereotypes impact girls’ interest in science? Researchers investigated the impact of gender stereotypes favoring boys in computer science and engineering on children and adolescents.