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We may not see many garter snakes in big cities, but Bob Mason says they're doing fine in the grand scheme of things.
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David Maddison was selected for his work in phylogenetic systematics, "including software tools that revolutionize how phylogenetics are studied, and advances in beetle evolutionary biology." Congratulations, David!
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George Poinar has found insects in amber from five regions around the world carrying preserved, identifiable pathogens and parasites.
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The Wood Student Research Award recognizes outstanding contributions for collections-based research on vertebrate evolution. Brian received his award at the 78th annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology in Albuquerque, New Mexico in October. Congratulations, Brian!
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Listen to Jaga Giebultowicz present her TEDx talk on understanding our night/day rhythms.
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"Every summer we live on the knife's edge and during many years we cross the threshold into danger -- including the past two years. When oxygen levels get low enough, many marine organisms who are place-bound, or cannot move away rapidly enough, die of oxygen starvation," said Francis Chan.
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Congratulations to Allie Graham and John Sproul on receiving prestigious NSF postdoctoral fellowships!
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George Poinar has found evidence that floral scents likely originated in primitive flowers up to 100 million years ago to lure potential pollinators.
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While completing her PhD in the Department of Integrative Biology, Allison Barner discovered that "organismal size is the best predictor of an individual's physiological performance under acidified conditions."
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"We need blue parks as well -- highly and fully protected areas in the ocean," said Jane Lubchenco.
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