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A taster explains how pumpkin herb took over the world

Photo: invizbk (Getty Images) As I write this, it’s 91 degrees in Chicago. If I dream of any drink, it’s a delicious cold glass of lemonade, or maybe frozen coconut limeade, which is sweet and tart and refreshing. But surprising citrus drinks are appropriate. We have now officially entered the …

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Research shows that two large microbial groups are unable to breathe

Scientists gather examples in Death Valley National Park. The researchers analyzed thousands of microbial genomes and discovered that two abundant groups produce energy using ancient methods that can advance the evolution of respiration. Credit: Ramunas Stepanauskas A new scientific study has revealed unique life strategies of two large groups of …

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