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A Cat On a Cow's Back? The Weird Science of a 2024 Ig Nobel Prize Winner

A Cat On a Cow's Back? The Weird Science of a 2024 Ig Nobel Prize Winner

Update: 2025-08-10
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Can a cow's mood literally stop it from giving milk? This question led to a bizarre Ig Nobel Prize-winning study that uncovered the incredible science behind milk ejection. Dive deep into the hormonal tug-of-war between adrenaline and oxytocin and discover how stress can physically block a biological process. We'll explore the wild experiments—from scaring cows with paper bags to the discovery of "super milk"—that revealed the profound link between emotions and our body's chemistry. This isn't just about cow milking; it's a fascinating look at the power of hormones and how a simple stress response can have dramatic effects, revealing the truth about how our own bodies might work.

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A Cat On a Cow's Back? The Weird Science of a 2024 Ig Nobel Prize Winner

A Cat On a Cow's Back? The Weird Science of a 2024 Ig Nobel Prize Winner

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