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  1. Psychology

    Rigors of Mars trip make teamwork a priority

    It’s going to take a different kind of mental approach to travel to Mars and back: less individuality, more collaboration and adaptability. Astronauts are being tested to prepare for such a mission.

    By Bruce Bower
  2. Neuroscience

    At-home brain stimulation gaining followers

    People are building at-home electric brain stimulators in hopes of becoming better gamers, problem solvers, and even to beat back depression.

    By Laura Sanders
  3. Math

    Spirals inspire walking aids for people with disabilities

    Long admired for their beauty, spirals have inspired a shoe that may help disabled people walk. The shapes make for a better crutch and an entertaining skateboard as well.