January 27, 2012
Apollo 1: The Fire That Shocked NASA
Similar accidents had claimed lives in the U.S. and abroad. The Apollo 1 crew could have been saved from a gruesome death
Too Much Information Can Harm Patients [Excerpt]
In his new book, cardiologist Eric Topol explores the ways in which the digital age is transforming medicine
A Balloon Could Rise All the Way to Outer Space
A thought experiment conducted by SA editor George Musser concludes that it's a myth that balloons are inherently unable to work in space
Has Petroleum Production Peaked?
A new analysis concludes that easily extracted oil peaked in 2005, suggesting that dirtier fossil fuels will be burned and energy prices will rise
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Mobile app lets citizen scientists keep track of meteoroids
Contribute your experience of having been in an earthquake with USGS scientists
Learn about city pigeons, watch pigeons for science, learn cool facts, and increase your awareness of nature in your neighborhood
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