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Shira Polan
Shira Polan
Shira Polan graduated from Cornell University in 2015 with a B.S. in animal science and a minor in communication. She was a staff writer for the Cornell Daily Sun science section, covering topics ranging from tiger beetles to red algae invasions to gluten intolerance. When not running, singing, horseback riding, or training in karate, Shira can be found rehearsing for her numerous theatrical performances in the copious amount of free time left to her.
Shira Polan • September 6, 2016
Para-equestrian dressage rider Eleanor Brimmer shows success comes from grace, style, and a great partner
Shira Polan • June 29, 2016
DNA barcoding helps hunt down criminals trafficking illegal wildlife products
Shira Polan • June 27, 2016
Despite the health benefits of exercise, college athletes still struggle with depression.
Shira Polan • May 30, 2016
(Since “why, God, why!” is rhetorical)
Shira Polan • May 18, 2016
Conservationists are furious as South Africa moves to reinstitute domestic horn trade
Shira Polan • April 4, 2016
Why it’s time to grow up and start eating insects
Shira Polan • February 29, 2016
Iconicity may play a surprisingly large role in the English language
Shira Polan • February 29, 2016
The cow’s quirky digestive system powers the animal kingdom
Shira Polan • February 29, 2016
Theater-based therapy may improve autistics' social skills
Shira Polan • February 2, 2016
Why we keep seeing faces in cars, electrical outlets and even cappuccinos
Shira Polan • January 19, 2016
Erica Mueller, zookeeper, cares for wolves, cougars and other predators at the Turtle Back Zoo
Shira Polan • December 27, 2015
Lower levels of fat hormone may increase motivation to exercise
Shira Polan • October 22, 2015
Monk parakeets, like humans, use complex thinking to understand where they stand in their group’s social order
Shira Polan • October 4, 2015
Sample-stretching technique lets researchers study brain injuries using living tissue