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The Science of Love

Just in time for Valentine's Day: Pheromones, romantic illusions, and staying green while demonstrating your feelings for your sweetheart

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Optical Illusions and the Illusion of Love

How do we fool thee? Let us count the ways--that illusions play with our hearts and minds

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sonneveld-greenhouse News

Putting the "Green" into Greenhouses

Attempting to make greenhouses more environmentally friendly by cutting down on their energy use

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ROSES News

Blooms Away: The Real Price of Flowers

What is the environmental impact of all those flowers given on Valentine's Day?

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Mind

Affairs of the Lips: Why We Kiss

Researchers are revealing hidden complexities behind the simple act of kissing, which relays powerful messages to your brain, body and partner

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