Lindsey Konkel
Latest articles by Lindsey Konkel

Why Online Porn May Make You Forget
By Lindsey Konkel published
People who view online pornography have problems with short-term memory.

Why Are Animals Bigger in Colder Climates?
By Lindsey Konkel published
It pays to be doughy when it's snowy.

Are Insects Bigger at the Equator?
By Lindsey Konkel published
Giant bugs can't take a little cold?

Hurricane Sandy Blows Migrating Birds Off Track
By Lindsey Konkel published
Birds are equipped to deal with storms, but can still get knocked off course.

Organic Foods No More Nutritious, Safe than Conventional, Study Says
By Lindsey Konkel published
There are many reasons that people may buy organic food, but a new study finds that organic food is not any more nutritious or safe than conventional food.

Why Do Women Go Through Menopause?
By Lindsey Konkel published
Competition between female in-laws may explain why women stop reproducing at age 50 or so.

Why Women Go Through Menopause: Blame the In-Laws
By Lindsey Konkel published
Competition between female in-laws may explain why women stop reproducing at age 50 or so.

Vitamin C May Lessen Air Pollution Effects
By Lindsey Konkel published
A new study adds to the growing evidence that antioxidants may combat some of the effects of air pollution on the body.

7 Things You Don't Know About Moths, But Should
By Lindsey Konkel published
They aren't as dull and drab as you might think.
Could Humans Walk on Water?
By Lindsey Konkel published
More than 50 water-walking devices have been patented.

How Do Animals Walk on Water?
By Lindsey Konkel published
Tiny creatures such as insects and spiders can do it, and larger ones such as some reptiles, birds and even mammals have also developed this talent.

Why Some Female Bovids Have Horns
By Lindsey Konkel published
Why do some female bovids have horns, whereas others don’t?
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