Michael Dhar is a science editor and writer based in Chicago. He has an MS in bioinformatics from NYU Tandon School of Engineering, an MA in English literature from Columbia University and a BA in English from the University of Iowa. He has written about health and science for Live Science, Scientific American, Space.com, The Fix, Earth.com and others and has edited for the American Medical Association and other organizations.
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Next Generation: 5 Ways Science Classes Will ChangeNew standards will mean less memorization, more thinking in science class, say supporters. Even so, critics worry the standards for STEM classes will dumb down science education.
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Why Autumn Leaves May Be Dulled by Climate ChangeClimate change could dull the colors of autumn as it potentially brings droughts, invasive species and hotter fall days that could affect the appearance of fall leaves.
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Flu Watchers: How Influenza Trackers Keep You HealthyBy Michael Dhar Published
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Rising Suicide Rates Spur Global Push on PreventionBy Michael Dhar Published
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Can You Outgrow Your Allergies?Most people with allergies first develop them as children or infants. But as they age, some individuals leave their hay fever, pet allergies and or even food allergies behind in the playground.
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Which Plants Can Poison Cats and Dogs?Blessed with fangs and claws, dogs and cats clearly prefer meat. Still, both pets will nibble and even ingest plants. Since some greenery is toxic, which plants should pet owners avoid?
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Can a Severed Head Live On?By Michael Dhar Published
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Science & Culture: Is Brain Project the Apollo of Our Time?In its size and scope, Obama's brain-mapping project could claim a place in human culture on par with previous landmarks, like the moon landings and the Human Genome Project, experts say.
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Should You Eat Shellfish Only in Months with an 'R'?By Michael Dhar Published
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Are grapes toxic for dogs?By Michael Dhar Published
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Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse: Just Do the MathA mathematical equation reveals there is just one way to stop a zombie apocalypse, and that is with human intervention. Apparently, humans can't coexist with the walking dead, says a mathematician.
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Does 'Roid Rage' Really Exist?Abusing steroids to build muscle is linked to numerous health problems, from high cholesterol to liver damage – less clear is whether steroid use produces the psychotic episode called "roid rage."
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T. Rex at 20: How 'Jurassic Park' Science Has EvolvedScience has caught up with, or overturned, some of the iconic film's claims.
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Cloning Contest Seeks Worthiest UK DogThe winner gets 70 percent off the expensive procedure to clone their dog.
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