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This desert plant defies gravity by collecting water upside-down with tiny leaf hairs

June 05, 2016
Syntrichia caninervis (aka seriously awesome desert moss) uses tiny hair-like structures on its leaves to absorb water from the atmosphere until droplets form and flow to the leaf. And sometimes it does it upside-down.

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Dust mites invading your mattress? Maybe not, say BYU researchers

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
May 05, 2016
Worried about dust mites? BYU researchers have good news for Utahans and others who live in semi-arid climates.

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Study: Gastric bypass surgery can reduce risk of death even for advanced ages

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
February 09, 2016
New research from Brigham Young University finds that patients who undergo gastric bypass surgery after the age of 35 see a major improvement in long-term survival.

 

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Why your muscles get less sore as you stick with your gym routine

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
February 03, 2016
The first time back to the gym after a break usually results in sore muscles. Fortunately, the return trip a few days later—if it happens—is generally less painful. BYU researchers are finding out why.

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BYU researchers speeding up process of making vaccines

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
November 17, 2015
Researchers at BYU have devised a system to speed up the process of making life-saving vaccines for new viruses.

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BYU science addressing global environmental problem

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
September 20, 2015
BYU microbiology research is discovering the potential of naturally-occurring bacteria called rhizobia to stem the tide of oversaturation with nitrogen-based fertilizers.

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YouTube 'epic fail' star-turned-researcher finds Achilles surprisingly adaptable

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
February 10, 2015
A new study authored by BYU exercise science researchers reveals great news about the Achilles heel: the Achilles tendon is capable of adapting to uphill and downhill running better than previously believed.

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Nature's fireworks show: glowing fireflies lighting up Utah

June 16, 2013
Thousands of pyrotechnic, flashing fireflies are making a rare appearance in Utah this summer, evidence that these bioluminescent insects may be establishing larger populations in the west, according to Brigham Young University researchers.

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Whoa there! A quick switch to 'barefoot' shoes can be bad to the bone

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
March 05, 2013
A new study from a team of exercise science professors found that runners who transition too quickly to minimalist shoes suffer an increased risk of injury to bones in the foot, including possible stress fractures.

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