Carnivorous plants: Friends, fauna or both?
Pets are a common companion for people of all ages, and come in a variety of forms. I myself had seven birds and two...
What’s the ‘science’ behind the Farmers’ Almanac?
When it comes to predicting long-term weather forecasts for parts of Canada and the United States, the Farmers’ Almanac is generally one of the...
Reflections from a plant mom
Shelley Hepworth, a biology professor at Carleton University, sees plants not just as photosynthetic organisms, but as “little green pets” you can put on...
Itchy, runny, sneezy: Seasonal allergies explained
Ah, it’s finally summertime. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, everything is itchy, your nose can’t decide whether it’s runny or stuffy,...
Science blog: What is serotonin and how do I get some?
The other night I was about to go to bed when reality hit me: tomorrow was going to be the same as today, which...
