Plenty of scientists throughout history have had day jobs: Albert Einstein's work as a patent clerk is one of the most famous examples. Marie Curie worked as a governess in the earliest days of her research.For some scientists, though, their other work wasn't just a way to pay the bills, but another vocation entirely: Samuel Morse was a painter, for example. Notably, if you look within the realm of acting alone, you can find a surprising number of women who contributed to science as well as the stage.

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. As the year 2023 begins, it's time to take a look at some of the best chaga mushroom coffees available on the market. Chaga mushrooms are known for their medicinal properties and have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. They are packed with antioxidants and can help boost your immune system, so why not add them to your morning cup of joe? Here is a list of the 8 best chaga mushroom coffees in 2023 that you should consider trying as soon as possible.

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(Credit: Warpaint/Shutterstock) Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news Prehistoric reptiles roamed every corner of the Earth millions of years ago — including the depths of the ocean to  streams and rivers . While commonly referred to as aquatic or marine dinosaurs — or reptiles — many of these creatures also spent a significant amount of time out of the water.  Some prehistoric marine reptiles came to the surface to breathe or returned to land to lay their eggs. Here are five of the most interesting aquatic reptiles that lived among the dinosaurs.

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When King Henry VIII took the crown in 1509 at the age of 17, members of his court noted he was a scholar and an athlete. He was thoughtful, wise and considerate. But when he died in 1547, many feared him as a petty tyrant who hysterically executed his enemies, including two of his six wives. His change in personality has long left scholars wondering — what was that guy's deal? Medical historians have considered whether the king had diabetes, hypothyroidism or McLeod syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that can affect the brain.

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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a new psychotherapy method used to treat people's past trauma — or the painful symptoms caused by distressing experiences. But unlike a regular psychotherapy treatment, the healing process with EMDR is much shorter. Plus, you don't have to talk extensively about or relive your traumatic experiences. What Is EMDR Therapy and How Does It Work? EMDR therapy is a guided process in which you move your eyes toward the therapist's fingers (also known as lateral eye movement) while processing stressful memories.

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links.  In a world where stress and hectic lifestyles often take a toll on our intimate desires, the quest for natural ways to boost libido has never been more pertinent. Enter the tantalizing realm of aphrodisiacs: foods that have long been celebrated for their ability to ignite passion and enhance sexual desire. In this tantalizing exploration, we unveil 25 delectable and scientifically-backed culinary delights that can not only tantalize your taste buds but also revitalize your romantic life.

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. As the ketogenic diet continues to gain momentum, more and more people are looking for alternatives to traditional creamers. Keto-friendly coffee creamers can be hard to find, but they're out there – you just have to know where to look.In this article, you'll find a roundup of the 12 best keto friendly coffee creamers in 2023. Each of these options have proven to be full of flavor and low on sugar. Whether you're a fan of hazelnut or French vanilla, or something else, one of these options will surely satisfy your cravings without breaking your macros.

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(Credit:Jorge Gonzalez)CC BY-NC Iani Smithi Researchers are considering the recently discovered  Iani smithi ( Iani) ,  a mid-Cretaceous plant-eating dinosaur, a 'last gasp' of a species as the planet's climate warmed and altered life for its prehistoric inhabitants.  According to a recent study from North Carolina State University,  I. smithi  was an early ornithopod — a species that would eventually lead to duckbill dinosaurs like  Parasaurolophus  and  Edmontosaurus  — that lived 99 million years ago.

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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Coffee is a staple for many people, especially those who practice intermittent fasting. But if you're looking to cut calories and give your coffee some extra flavor, then creamers is the way to go. However, there are so many different types of creamers out there that it can be difficult to know which ones you should choose. That's why you'll love this roundup of the 10 best coffee creamers for intermittent fasting in 2023. From vegan creamers to low-calorie options, these picks will help make your morning cup of joe even tastier and more nutritious.

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Congratulations, you're part of the 1 percent. That is, the 1 percent of species on Earth not yet extinct: For the last 3.5 billion or so years, about 99 percent of the estimated 4 billion species that ever evolved are no longer around.Many evolutionary family trees got the ax, so to speak, during a mass extinction. These events are defined as the loss of least 75 percent of species in the geological blink of an eye — which can range from thousands to millions of years. Researchers have enough data from the fossil record going back just over half a billion years to identify five such mass extinction events, and many scientists believe we're in the middle of a sixth.

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In 1980, a Buddhist monk journeyed to Baishiya Karst Cave to pray. Located at the foot of a cliff at the edge of the Tibetan Plateau in Gansu, China, the cave's opening, punched into a vertical expanse of gray stone, is such a picture-perfect embodiment of a monastic site that it almost veers into parody. It looks remarkably like a single eye socket, peering out across the river basin below. The tableau practically begs for a grizzled sage perched at the entrance, pondering some profundity or other.

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This story was originally published in our May/June 2023 issue as "The Archaeology of Flavor."  Click here  to subscribe to read more stories like this one. When it comes to ancient foods, archaeologists can easily glean main ingredients based on butchered bones and plant remains found in cooking areas. But every chef — and diner — knows dietary staples don't make meals delectable or distinctive. It's flavor, rendered through spices, herbs and culinary craft, that defines a dish. Certain flavors have come to distinguish the cuisines of different cultures, like umami in Japan or herbes de Provence in southern France.

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Many things go wrong when a human spends months alone in a dark cave. Time stills and the body's rhythms go awry. Sleep withers to a few hours a night, and menstruation may come to a halt. Enthralling stories, like that of Spanish climber and cave-dweller Beatrice Flamini's, shed light on what motivates someone to become a cave dweller. Flamini's Life as a Cave Dweller On April 14, Flamini emerged from a cave in the country after spending a record 500 days isolated underground, save for a 'technical problem' that forced her to bivouac for eight days on the surface, in a tent.

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A dust plume stretching from the Sahara all the way across the Atlantic Ocean is seen in this image acquired by the GOES-16 environmental satellite on June 6, 2022. The plume was so prominent that it was also spotted by a satellite stationed nearly a million miles away from Earth. For that image, see below. (Credit: RAMMB/CIRA)Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science newsHot, dry winds blowing across the Sahara Desert have driven an enormous plume of dust more than 3,500 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.

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Dogs are known as "man's best friend" for a reason. They are loyal, loving, and always happy to see you. But what many people don't realize is that dogs need quality food just like humans do. That's why we've put together a list of the 15 best Health Extension dog foods for 2022. These foods will provide your dog with all the nutrients they need to stay healthy and happy!Pupper Fuel Health Extension Original Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog FoodIams Healthy Weight Dog FoodWellness Dog Complete Health ChickenVictor Hi-Pro Plus Dry Dog FoodHealth Extension Grain Free Salmon Entree Canned Wet Dog FoodPurina One Plus Dog Food, Healthy Weight High Protein FormulaHealth Extension Lite Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog FoodWellness Core Grain Free Reduced Fat Dry Dog FoodIAMS Advanced Health Adult Healthy Digestion Dry Dog Food with Real ChickenLife's Abundance Healthy Start PackNutri Life Dog Food Purina Pro Plan Dry Dog FoodHills Science Diet Dog Food, PremiumNatural Balance Limited Ingredient Diets Dog FoodWhat are health extension dog foods? Health extension dog foods are specially formulated to provide your dog with the nutrients they need for a healthy life.

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(Credit:heckepics/iStock via Getty Images) The blow fly's antenna is a specialized organ that helps the fly detect food quicker than its competitors. How is it that a fly always seems to be buzzing around your food moments after you sit down for an outdoor meal? The answer is practice. Or, more specifically: evolution. Flies and other insects have been on a multimillion-year journey of evolution, honing their ability to detect food. Being able to zero in on nutritious meals is a matter of life and death.

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