Mosquitoes need to feed on blood in order to reproduce. But how do they choose whom to feed on? boonchai wedmakawand/Moment via GettyImages September 9, 2022 Why are some people mosquito magnets and others unbothered? A medical entomologist points to metabolism, body odor and mindset Jonathan Day, University of Florida Mosquitoes can track down potential hosts using the CO2 released by humans’ metabolic processes, a medical entomologist explains.
Pexels August 4, 2020 Muddy knees and climbing trees: how a summer playing outdoors can help children recharge Avril Rowley, Liverpool John Moores University For children, getting outdoors helps to aid their exploration of the world – it’s how they learn best.
Supplied April 5, 2020 The challenges and benefits of outdoor recreation during NZ’s coronavirus lockdown Holly Thorpe, University of Waikato My research shows New Zealanders are likely to cope better with the coronavirus lockdown if they spend time exercising and playing outdoors, while still following official advice on social distancing.