Understanding Scent Work in Dogs
Even for something as common as a dog’s sniffing, the underlying physiological and behavioral responses are more complex than they may seem at first glance
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Gratis: únete a un proyecto de ciencia ciudadana de la VUB y ayuda a construir una Bruselas más segura a través de investigación real
El proyecto Moment, liderado por la Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), explora cómo las personas experimentan la seguridad en Bruselas en tiempo real. El estudio se desarrolla hasta 2027, mientras que la recopilación de datos a través de la aplicación continúa hasta finales de 2026.
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Buzzing Through Italy: What Honey Reveals About Bee Health
We spoke with the lead author of the study, Giovanni Cilia, a researcher at the CREA Research Centre for Agriculture and Environment (CREA-AA) in Bologna, Italy.
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Scandals, reputation, and reality: what really shapes a professor’s “brand”?
Student experiences, not scandals, shape professors’ reputation and brand value in Indonesia.
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First Genetically Proven Case Report from Saudi Arabia of Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis Mimicking ALS
A 47-year-old man suspected of ALS was ultimately diagnosed with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis—a rare but treatable disease.
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European ONTOX Project: Safer Chemicals, No Animal Testing
The European ONTOX Project, coordinated by VUB, aims to transform chemical safety with AI-driven, animal-free methods that protect human health and the environment.
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A Chemical Fingerprint of Everything You’ve Taken and Forgotten
We spoke with Pieter Dorrestein, Ph.D., professor at UC San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and professor of pharmacology and pediatrics at UC San Diego School of Medicine.
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Escándalos, reputación y realidad: ¿qué es lo que realmente define la “marca” de un profesor?
Las experiencias de los estudiantes, y no los escándalos, moldean la reputación y el valor de marca de los profesores en Indonesia.
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A los perros les encanta olfatear, pero ¿qué ocurre realmente en su cuerpo cuando siguen un rastro de olor?
Incluso en algo tan común como el olfateo de un perro, las respuestas fisiológicas y conductuales subyacentes son más complejas de lo que pueden parecer a primera vista.
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Professor Bryson: “The decline in the mental health of the young is of great concern”
A new study reveals that young people are facing the greatest mental health challenges worldwide, signaling an urgent need for action.
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Decades-Old Ocean Waste Off Los Angeles Raises Concerns
Lead author Dr. Gutleben told Unknown Focus what she considers the most concerning aspects of decades-old industrial waste.
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The Study: Supporting Ukrainian Scientists
A new study reveals which types of support most helped Ukrainian scientists during the war.
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Canadian Students Facing Hate in University Spaces
A new national study of 594 students reveals that hate, both online and in-person, is widespread at Canadian universities.
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A Family Meal That Almost Cost Lives: The First Cluster of Type C Botulism in Japan
Type C botulism is extremely rare in humans, with only 15 cases reported worldwide, posing a serious risk from contaminated food.
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Vrije Universiteit Brussel in 2025: A Year of Scientific Breakthroughs and Social Responsibility
In 2025, Vrije Universiteit Brussel showcased groundbreaking research and a strong commitment to social responsibility and critical thinking.
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