
Devika Rao, The Week US
Devika Rao has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022, covering science, the environment, climate and business. She previously worked as a policy associate for a nonprofit organization advocating for environmental action from a business perspective. She graduated from Cornell University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in environment and sustainability and a minor in climate change.
Based in New Jersey, Devika spends her free time reading, singing, playing her bass guitar and taking long walks.
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What would happen to Earth if humans went extinct?The Explainer Human extinction could potentially give rise to new species and climates
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Melting glaciers may lead to more volcanic eruptionsUnder the radar We're in for a boom
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Bad news, alpha males. You likely don't actually exist.Under the radar Most primate communities are egalitarian
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Cytomegalovirus can cause permanent birth defectsThe Explainer The virus can show no symptoms in adults
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Retro tomatoes: a species of the plant is evolving backwardUnder the radar Environmental factors may play a role
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Is that the buzzing sound of climate change worsening sleep apnea?Under the radar Catching diseases, not those ever-essential Zzs
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How carbon credits and offsets could help and hurt the climateThe explainer The credits could be allowing polluters to continue polluting
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Deadly fungus tied to a pharaoh's tomb may help fight cancerUnder the radar A once fearsome curse could be a blessing
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Bacteria can turn plastic waste into a painkillerUnder the radar The process could be a solution to plastic pollution
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Scientists want to regrow human limbs. Salamanders could lead the way.Under the radar Humans may already have the genetic mechanism necessary
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The treasure trove of platinum on the moonUnder the radar This kind of bounty could lead to commercial exploitation
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Possible dwarf planet found at edge of solar systemUnder the radar The celestial body has an unusual orbit
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Climate change can impact our gut healthUnder the radar The gastrointestinal system is being gutted
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Children's breakfast cereals are getting more unhealthyUnder the radar Your kids may be starting their day with more than a spoonful of sugar
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The marvelous powers of mucusThe Explainer It's snot just a pesky cold symptom
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This Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be above averageUnder the radar Prepare for strong storms in the coming months
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Is the world losing scientific innovation?Today's big question New research seems to be less exciting
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Women need more pain management during gynecological proceduresUnder the radar Pain should no longer be ignored
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How the AI takeover will likely affect women more than menThe Explainer The tech boom is a blow to gender equality
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Could the 'zombie fungus' from 'The Last of Us' exist in real life?The Explainer Climate change is increasing fungal infections
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A zombie volcano is coming back to life, but there is no need to worry just yetUnder the radar Uturuncu's seismic activity is the result of a hydrothermal system
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The Y chromosome degrades over time and men's health is paying for itUnder the radar The chromosome loss is linked to cancer and Alzheimer's
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'Bioelectric bacteria on steroids' could aid in pollutant cleanup and energy renewalUnder the radar The new species is sparking hope for environmental efforts
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Earth's oceans were once green and could one day turn purpleUnder the radar The current blue may be temporary
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