Pigeon Study Takes on Sexism in Science

Andy Fell — April 18, 2017 - 5:31pm

In experimental research, scientists tend to assume that — unless they are looking specifically at reproduction or sexual behavior — male and female animals are alike, and mostly use males. But a new study by researchers at the University of California, Davis, and the University of New Hampshire, published April 18 in Scientific Reports, shows surprisingly big differences in tissue gene expression between male and female rock doves.

Using Urban Pigeons to Monitor Lead Pollution

Andy Fell — July 19, 2016 - 10:49am

Decades after being banned from paint and gasoline, lead pollution remains a significant problem. A new study shows that lead levels in the blood of pigeons in New York City correlate with levels in children. Monitoring pigeons could be a way to look for emerging hotspots of lead or other pollution.

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Pigeon Study Takes on Sexism in Science

Using Urban Pigeons to Monitor Lead Pollution