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Scarlett Howard, Lecturer, Monash University

What can't bees do? Unique study of urban beehives reveals the secrets of several cities around the world

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Bees provide myriad benefits to humanity, including pollination services, honey production, food security and crop pollination, artistic inspiration and even career opportunities.

But what if bees could also provide insights into human and city health? A new study published today in Environmental Microbiome shows how honeybee hives reveal information about human health, pathogens, plant life and the environment of different cities.

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