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How measles virus triggers immune system ‘amnesia’

In addition to causing disease itself, the virus destroys immune cells trained to respond to other pathogens the body has encountered before.




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Poor-quality sleep could prime the brain for an anxious day

From a neurobiology perspective, anxiety and sleep deprivation look very much alike.




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Invasive, flammable grasses now blanket much of the United States

New research quantifies the fire risks of eight species of invasive grass.




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From ashes to AI: How technology puts a new lens on ancient texts

Recent breakthroughs in scanning, image processing, and machine learning are helping researchers read historic documents once considered lost to time.




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In a controversial study, DNA from today’s southern Africans hints at possible “homeland” for modern humans

But many questions remain about the true origin of the Homo sapiens species.




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Feast your eyes on the first-ever photos of a silver-backed chevrotain in the wild

The images confirm the species, which has been “lost” to science for 29 years, is alive and well in its native Vietnam.




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Anatomy professor uses 500-year-old da Vinci drawings to guide cadaver dissection

Leonardo da Vinci dissected some 30 cadavers in his lifetime, leaving behind a trove of beautiful—and accurate—anatomical drawings.




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How mechanical engineering could revolutionize the study of preterm birth

Scientists are using artificial cervices and 3D models of the uterus to better understand pregnancy and childbirth.




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How polar bear guards protect the largest Arctic expedition ever

A glimpse into the lives of the MOSAiC mission’s polar bear guards—and the powerful predators they watch for.




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Dogs, drones, and DNA: How eight “extinct” species were rediscovered

A giant tortoise, a seabird, and a gecko all went undetected by scientists for more than a century.




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Like Neanderthals, early modern humans used their teeth as tools

New findings bolster the argument that the two groups of early humans had a lot of behavioral similarities.




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Communities come face-to-face with the growing power of facial recognition technology

As law enforcement agencies deploy AI-powered facial recognition systems, some communities are pushing back, insisting on having a say in how they’re used.




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The top 10 science stories of 2019

Black holes, gene editing, and quantum computing wowed us—while new climate findings and racial bias in medicine brought renewed urgency.




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How “brown fat” helps you cope with cold weather

Shivering can activate a series of “heating stations” for your blood vessels—but they take a little while to get up and running.




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The 10 most popular NOVA stories of 2019

We’ve counted down our ten most-read articles of 2019 and found that health and medicine, physics—and of course animals—were fan-favorite topics this year.




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Experiencing Extremes: Plunging into Polar Pasts with NOVA to Reveal Future Climates

NOVA Labs Intern Chloe Nosan reflects on her experience working on the platform's newest resource on global climate change: The Polar Lab.




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NOVA Resources for At-Home Learning




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NOVA Marathons: Space & The Universe

Six episodes exploring the vast, mysterious, and powerful universe we live in.




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NOVA Marathons: Planet Earth

Six episodes exploring our unique and awe-inspiring planet.




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NOVA Marathons: Animals

Five episodes exploring the companionship, communication, and amazingness of animals.




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Take a Virtual Field Trip with NOVA Education

Join NOVA on three virtual field trips this month in celebration of Earth Day and Environmental Education Month.




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Scientists find warm water beneath Antarctica’s most at-risk glacier

Thwaites Glacier is melting fast. But to understand how climate change is driving its decline, scientists need to send instruments through 2,000 feet of ice into the water below.




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NOVA Marathons: Health & Medicine

Five episodes exploring the fascinating science and innovations in health and medicine.




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Five Technology Documentaries Streaming Right Now

Five episodes exploring the revolution and ethics of technology.




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Video: Sam Hill Gets Loose on Dusty Trails in 'Dealing the Dirt'



Sam Hill takes on his local trails for some raw riding action.
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Video: Creating and Racing the GT LTS - 'Full Travel' Ep.2



A look behind the scenes at the creation of the GT LTS from development to racing with the GT Factory Racing team.
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Podcast: Andrew Neethling Talks to Brendan Fairclough & Cam Zink in Episode 1 & 2 of 'Moving the Needle'



As a professional international downhill mountain biker, and now commentator, Andrew 'Needles' Neethling brings 18 years of experience in all aspects of the cycling industry into podcast form.
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How Has COVID-19 Impacted Bike Retail in North America & Beyond?



With the world in the throes of a global pandemic, bicycle retailers have come up with solutions to continue business and keep riders on their bikes as best they can.
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Throwback Thursday: Champery 2007 - The Greatest Race Run Ever?



2007 was the first time Champery appeared on the World Cup circuit and it was a rude awakening for the riders.
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First Look: ENVE's New, Adjustable-Geometry Rigid Fork



The US-made carbon fiber fork lets you choose between 44mm or 52mm of rake.
( Photos: 4, Comments: 152 )




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Review: Giro's New Manifest Helmet



The Manifest is Giro's brand new high-end trail helmet.
( Photos: 8, Comments: 164 )




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First Look: Shimano's New Deore 12-Speed Group & Other 2021 Updates



The 12-speed trickle down continues as Shimano unveils their new Deore drivetrain, along with new brakes and wheels.
( Photos: 14, Comments: 471 )




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Podcast: Volume 8 of The Lockdown Companion with Olly Wilkins & Jono Jones



Life as a banker, backflips gone wrong, mountain bike career decisions and what it's like to ride with other pros.
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Video: Official Trailer for 'The Legend of Tommy G'



The film will premiere on the 12th of May.
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Photo Epic: #PanShotFriday - Crowd-Sourced Blur Love From The Week of May 8th



Another hit of blurry goodness.
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A Complete Timeline of Coronavirus' Effects on Mountain Biking [Update: Christchurch Adventure Park Prepares to Open]



We'll continuously update this story as more news comes in.
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Review: Lezyne Super Pro GPS Computer



Lezyne's Super Pro GPS computer is packed full of functions, but do they matter on the trail?
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First Ride: Newmen's Advanced SL A.30 Carbon Fiber Wheelset



Best known for their aluminum products, Newmen's new carbon fiber wheelset is aimed at enduro riders.
( Photos: 10, Comments: 96 )




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Details Announced for New Mountain Bike Board Game 'Send It!'



Cross-Country Carrie "replaces all the bolts on her bike with titanium ones and refuses to wear a hydration pack" and Downhill Derek "loves techy rock gardens and jumping but HATES pedaling.”
( Photos: 5, Comments: 20 )




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Video: Watch Anthill's Movie of the Week - Not 2 Bad



You can watch Anthill’s one and only sequel, Not2Bad, right now (and anytime for that matter) on Red Bull TV.
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Online Deals - May 2020



Great deals on helmets, bikes, dropper posts, apparel and more in this month's Online Deals.
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Video: Friday Fails #117



It's Friday, enjoy some more glorious fails!
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Mavic Placed into Receivership in France



Courts place Mavic into receivership as they try to work out who actually owns the French wheel brand.
( Photos: 2, Comments: 225 )




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Forbidden Bike Co. Introduce Ziggy Link For Mullet Conversions



The Ziggy Link recalibrates the Druid’s geometry for a smaller rear wheel.
( Photos: 8, Comments: 161 )




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From The Top: Karl Nicolai on Gearboxes, Geometry, & How His Company Found Its Niche



We sat down with the founder and owner of Nicolai Bikes to talk about the past, present, and future.
( Photos: 17, Comments: 92 )




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Revenue Round Up: Tumultuous Times in a Coronavirus-Affected First Quarter



The global pandemic is shifting timelines and expectations, as brands rush to fix disrupted supply chains and adjust their product offerings in response.
( Photos: 4, Comments: 58 )




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Pinkbike Poll: How Often Do You Drive to Your Local Trails?



Are you lucky enough to have trails in your backyard, or do you need to drive to ride?
( Photos: 1, Comments: 239 )




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Video: Oscar Härnström Builds and Shreds a Downhill Track Made from Snow



Oscar built this track while Sweden was still in the grip of winter and planned on more until CoVID-19 hit.
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Video: Enjoying the Fruits of Your Labour



When you build it, you send it.
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The Best Tech From the Losinj DH World Cup



Travel back to 2018, the one and only time the DH World Cup circus arrived in Losinj.
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