Bat Syndrome
Researchers unveil a bold plan to save endangered bats from a deadly fungus.
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Mercury Flyby
The MESSENGER spacecraft has completed its final flyby of the planet Mercury before it goes into …
Ardipithicus Fossil
Scientists unveil details about Ardipithicus, a possible human ancestor.
Micro-needle Patch
A new vaccine skin patch could change how we get our shots.
Guinea Pigs
A listener asks why guinea pigs aren't often used as laboratory animals anymore.
Frogs Fight Disease
Some frogs produce chemicals that could be used to treat human diseases.
Compact Fluorescent Lightbulbs
The amount of mercury in a CFL bulb does not pose much of an environmental hazard.
Sports Drinks
Sports drinks are so acidic that they wear down tooth enamel – and brushing can worsen the …