Sat.Jun 10, 2023

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Could your gut bacteria influence how intelligent you are?

New Scientist

People who are genetically predisposed to have higher levels of Fusicatenibacter bacteria scored better on verbal and mathematical tests, while those with more Oxalobacter scored lower

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Sexual Harassment Still Pervades Science

Scientific American

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We know now what happens in our brain to make us scared of heights

New Scientist

Researchers have identified a brain circuit that causes mice to show signs of being afraid when high up, with a similar mechanism expected to also occur in people

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Poem: 'Lyrebird'

Scientific American

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Couples collide with fewer people on walks than pairs of friends do

New Scientist

An analysis of over 800 hours of footage from busy pedestrian areas in Japan found that pairs of people that share stronger social bonds are less likely to physically bump into other people walking

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Mura Indigenous people win sanctions against Brazil Potash over mining project

Corp Watch

Potássio do Brasil is planning to mine for potash, a key fertilizer ingredient, on the land of Mura Indigenous people in Amazonas state, Brazil. Courts have imposed a US$20,000 fine on the company for attempting to claim land for the mine in Soares village despite the fact that the local Mura have yet to give permission for mining to go ahead.

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Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - June 3 to 9: Plugged Conventional Well Frack-Out; 10 More NOVs For Abandoning Conventional Wells

PA Environment Daily

From June 3 to 9, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 687 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 134 violations of environmental regulations-- 113 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 21 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. So far this year-- as of June 3 -- DEP issued 2,797 formal notices of violation to conventional operators and 659 to unconventional shale gas operators based on 6,773 inspections of convent

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Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 6.10.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session June 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 -- Committee Schedule Senate holds Regular Session June 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- MarkWest Liberty Midstream Files To Clean Up 10,000 Gallon Natural Gas Condensate Spill Caused By December’s Winter Storm Elliot Freeze In Washington County [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - June 3 to 9: Plugged Conventional Well Frack-Out; 10 More NOVs Fo