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Genetic Vegetarianism, Roman Sarcophagus, Homework


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Today, you’ll learn about a possible genetic link to vegetarianism, the discovery of a very important ancient woman, and the truth about homework.  

 

Genetic Vegetarianism  

 

  • “Going vegetarian? The dietary choice may be influenced by your genes.” by Emily Cooke. 2023.  
  • “Genetics of vegetarianism: A genome-wide association study.” by Nabeel R. Yaseen, et al. 2023.  
  • “Large-scale GWAS of food liking reveals genetic determinants and genetic correlations with distinct neurophysiological traits.” by Sebastian May-Wilson, et al. 2022.  
  • “Shifting Attitudes Towards Meat Consumption: Understanding Vegetarian Statistics.” by Talitha Van Niekerk. 2023.  

 

Roman Sarcophagus 

 

  • “‘Exceptional’ 1,800-year-old sarcophagus unearthed in France held woman of ‘special status’.” by Sascha Pare. 2023.  
  • “Elite Roman man buried with sword may have been ‘restrained’ in death.” by Kristina Killgrove. 2023.  
  • “The Roman Empire: Rulers, expansion and fall.” by Owen Jarus. 2022.  

 

Homework 

 

  • “Is Homework Good for Kids?” by Cara Goodwin, Ph.D. 2023.  
  • “Homework and Family Stress: With Consideration of Parents’ Self Confidence, Education Level, and Cultural Background.” by Robert M. Pressman, et al. 2015. 
  • “Does Homework Improve Academic Achievement? A Synthesis of Research, 1987 - 2003.” by Harris Cooper, et al. 2006. 
  • “Physical activity and sedentary behaviors (screen time and homework) among overweight or obese adolescents: a cross-sectional observational study in Yazd, Iran.” by Ali Mohammad Hadianfard, et al. 2021.  

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