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European bison (Bison bonasus), also known as Wisent or the European wood bison grazing

Comeback: Wild bison set to return to UK for first time in 6,000 years

The steppe bison is thought to have roamed the UK until about 6,000 years ago when hunting and changes in habitat led to its ...

From waste to wellness: Making painkillers more sustainable

Paracetamol and ibuprofen, the world's most popular pain relievers, have long relied on ingredients obtained from crude oil in their production. However, as society ...

Empowering women in the electrical industry— A labor and wage gap solution

The demand for trained electricians has reached critical levels as the United States strives to shift away from fossil fuels and toward sustainable energy ...

New antibiotic pill shows promise against drug-resistant gonorrhea

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Gonorrhea, a common sexually transmitted infection, has become an increasingly urgent public health concern due to its growing ...

Why little treats matter: the science-backed benefits of small daily joys

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM You know those small moments that somehow make everything feel a little better? Maybe it’s stepping outside into ...