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Taking stock: Canada’s research funders assess their response to COVID-19 so far

Brian OwensDec 9, 2020

Money was disbursed quickly, researchers stepped up, but some adjustments had to be made along the way. When the COVID-19…

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What Cleaners Work Best? Which Are Harmful? And More Fresh COVID-19 Science

Brian OwensDec 8, 2020

Most countries are breaking international law, why misinformation is hard to stop, and how to safely share a car ride…

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One-Third of Infected Kids Show No Symptoms. And More New Virus Science

Brian OwensDec 2, 2020

Many kids don’t show symptoms, narcissists love being essential workers, and dark chocolate could fight the virus in my weekly…

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Canada Gives BP Okay to Explore in Marine Conservation Area

Brian OwensNov 27, 2020

How protected is a marine refuge, really, if oil drilling is allowed? Earlier this month, the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore…

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Nature Outlook: Multiple myeloma

Brian OwensNov 25, 2020

Until around 10 years ago, the prognosis for people with multiple myeloma was poor. It’s still the second most common…

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Deadly Racism, a Grim US Forecast and More Science News

Brian OwensNov 24, 2020

How racism affects infection rates, the mental health benefits of nature, and suicidal gun buyers in my weekly roundup of…