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Leo Bear-McGuinness

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Leo is a science writer with a focus on environmental and food research. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Newcastle University and a master's degree in science communication from the University of Edinburgh.


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Sunflower Extract Can Protect Blueberries From Mold

Researchers from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, demonstrated that several compounds extracted from sunflower stems can fight against Botrytis cinerea, a mold that often grows over picked berries.
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Coral Bleaching Found at New Ocean Depths

Scientists from the University of Plymouth have found coral reef bleaching 90 meters below the surface of the Indian Ocean – a new record depth for coral damage.
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Ancient Europeans Regularly Ate Seaweed

In a new paper, published in Nature Communications, researchers say they have found “definitive” archeological evidence that seaweeds and other freshwater plants were eaten in Europe from the Mesolithic period to the early Middle Ages.
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Different Bacteria Need Different Flour in Sourdough

The type of bacterial ecosystem found in a sourdough starter depends on the type of flour used, according to a new paper.
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New Sensor Can Identify Watered-Down Honey

Some honey is more watered-down than golden brown, and this new sensor can tell the difference.
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Psilocybin Is Safe to Give to Anorexic Patients, Trial Finds

Researchers gave the ‘magic mushroom’ drug to ten participants with anorexia, who then received follow-up psychological support.
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Awakn’s Ketamine-Gambling Disorder Study Expands To Test Whether the Drug Can Also Treat Binge Eating

Back in August of 2021, recruitment was underway for a first-of-its-kind study to assess whether ketamine can help treat gambling addiction. Now, the company behind the trial has expanded it to include three other behavioral addictions: binge eating disorder, compulsive sexual behavior and internet gaming disorder.
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