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- Cosmology
Inflation on Trial
Generally regarded as one of the most successful theories about the early universe, inflationary cosmology is not exactly under attack. But a few scientists are questioning whether it deserves its reputation as completely untouchable.
- Animals
Mosquitoes Remade
Scientists reinvent agents of illness to become allies in fight against disease.
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Chasing a Cosmic Engine
After 100 years, energetic space particles continue to pose a perplexing mystery.
- Math
A Mind from Math
Alan Turing, often considered the father of computer science, was born a century ago, in June of 1912. He foresaw machines’ potential to mimic brains.
- Neuroscience
Hurt Blocker
The next big pain drug may soothe sensory firestorms without side effects.
- Animals
Animals on the Move
Worldwide — on land, in the sea and in rivers, streams and lakes — wildlife is responding to rising temperatures.
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Storm Front
Hurricane experts push to improve intensity forecasts.
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Designer Flu
How scientists made a killer virus airborne — and who should know.
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The Hot and Cold of Priming
Psychologists are divided on whether unnoticed cues can influence behavior.
