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Top Stories published by BU Experts in August of 2016

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Taking a dive on deep sea sub Alvin

One BU marine biologist fulfilled a lifelong dream this summer when she dove 1,130 meters beneath the ocean’s surface. | By Dr. Wally Fulweiler

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The past, present and future of the NPS

A Boston University Ph.D. candidate takes a look at the National Park Service leading up to its Centennial.

By Ian Stevenson, BU American & New England Studies

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Does weed help you sleep? Actually, probably not

New study, co-authored by a BU School of Public Health researcher, finds daily marijuana users report more insomnia. | By Lisa Chedekel

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Why STEM students need history lessons

History of science can teach lessons of failure and perseverance. | By Muhammad Zaman

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Gymnasts frequently exposed to toxic chemicals

BU School of Public Health researchers found gyms can be rife with flame-retardant chemicals. | By Lisa Chedekel

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Why do we love ranking stuff?

BU College of Communication professor John Carroll weighs in (in list form, no less).

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Zika outbreak in Fla. was “just a matter of time,” says BU prof

David Hamer has been tracking the current Zika outbreak. | By Barbara Moran

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