Smelling Your Lover’s Shirt Could Improve Your Sleep
Researchers found that study participants who were exposed to their partner’s scent overnight experienced better sleep quality, even though their partner was not physically present
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Low-Cost Techniques Dramatically Boost Learning in STEM Classes
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Scientists Revisit the Cold Case of Cold Fusion
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