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January 23, 2019

Some ecologists believe that species richness is positively related to ecosystem productivity, while others conclude that the relationship is bell-shaped or they are unrelated. Using big data, Purdue University scientists now know which theory is correct – all of them.

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January 22, 2019

Are we killing the cure?

Three Chinese fir trees on a nature reserve in southeastern China are the last of their kind. As their existence is threatened by human disturbance and climate change, researchers are hurrying to learn everything they can about the tree – which might inspire new and more effective ways to treat various cancers.

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January 17, 2019

Purdue-affiliated Brightlamp launches smartphone app that can rapidly monitor the brain for signs of concussion

Brightlamp Inc. has launched an application that lets a smartphone user quickly record data that can be sent to a medical trainer or other medical professional who can objectively determine if that person has sustained any neurological disturbance, including concussion.

Basically, the user holds the camera up to an eye, taps the screen and a light flashes to initiate a response
from the pupil.

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