Science Update

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January 19, 2007

Giving blood could be good for you, backpacks are better with bungee cords, taking a census of the …

January 18, 2007

A new backpack uses bungee cords to lighten the load.

January 17, 2007

Scientists are taking stock of all the bacteria that live in the air.

January 15, 2007

Genetically engineered cows lack the protein that causes Mad Cow Disease.

January 12, 2007

Exploring the origins of life, a laser-enhanced satellite for monitoring ozone, why cannibalism is …

January 10, 2007

A new technique may help scientists find out more about how life on Earth began.

January 9, 2007

A new technique will help scientists keep tabs on the recovering ozone.

January 8, 2007

Cannibalism is a big no-no for people. But it's a yes-yes for some blood cells.

January 5, 2007

An update to the stethoscope, why fevers may be healthy, how whales' brains are like ours, making …

January 4, 2007

Whales share a specialized type of brain cell with us.

January 3, 2007

DNA could serve as a building block for super-small machines.

January 2, 2007

Insights into the genetics of obesity could lead to new drugs.