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The phenomenon of shifting baselines means that each generation fails to realize how much worse the oceans are getting
New research suggests Earth may warm more slowly
Young girls who have been sexually abused are at far greater risk of picking up their first drink or using drugs as preteens, a new study finds
Mary Roach's new book, Gulp, explores our inner tubes
A flexible, absorbable tube helps a baby boy breathe, and heralds a future of body parts printed on command
Four labs can't replicate finding that showed large-scale clearance of disease-related plaques. Some hope remains for improving memory
Discovery suggests a dedicated circuit that prompts us to scratch
What wine grapes grow in which part of the world is changing—and will continue to change
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The brain's electrical storms may originate in nonelectrical cells
This summer's best fireworks may take place at the center of our galaxy
An analysis of chemicals in primate teeth shows that a Neandertal infant nursed exclusively for a little more than 7 months
An interview with a severe storm scientist explains what happened in Oklahoma
The fear of confirming derogatory stereotypes can hinder academic performance. Researchers are scaling up relevant interventions to statewide programs
Ketamine, an anesthetic and illicit party drug, is emerging as a fast-acting antidepressant
The space telescope's mission to find planets outside the solar system is probably over, due to a failed "reaction wheel"
Even subtle reminders of prejudice against one's sex, race or religion can hinder performance in school, work and athletics. Researchers have found new ways to reverse and prevent this effect
Larry Page’s high profile sheds some light on a rare condition underserved by technology and treatment
Long considered a conquered childhood disease, pertussis has made a comeback in the U.S., in part because the combination vaccine, DTap, appears less effective than its predecessor, DTP
A climate scientist reflects on what global warming means for extreme weather
The twister that struck Moore, Okla., was the deadliest U.S. tornado since one killed 161 people in Joplin, Missouri, two years ago
Blood vessels break down if certain glial cells are not present
Dove's viral video gets it wrong
Wearable computer glasses will let you record everything you see. But good luck finding someone to talk to
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