The causes of autism spectrum disorder or ASD are not fully understood; researchers believe both genetics and environment play a role.
Measuring Mutations in Sperm May Reveal Risk for Autism in Future Children
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Astronomy Picture of the Day - Late Afternoon on Mars
Shadows grow long near sunset in this wide panoramic view from the Curiosity rover on Mars.
Caffeine May Offset Some Health Risks of Diets High in Fat, Sugar
A new study in rats suggests that caffeine may offset some of the negative effects of an obesogenic diet by reducing the storage of lipids in fat cells and limiting weight gain and the production of triglycerides.
The Good News: Wetlands Can Keep Up with Sea Level Rise to Offset Climate Change
Coastal wetlands provide stunning views and are hosts to a vast biodiversity.
Conservation’s Hidden Costs Take Bite out of Benefits
Returning croplands to forests is a sustainability gold standard to mitigate climate change impacts and promote conservation.
Genetic Variation Could Help Some Species Adapt to Climate Change
As climate change accelerates, the oceans are rapidly acidifying.
