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  1. Chemistry

    Multiple Motions: Applied electrons make molecules vibrate and move

    A new technique enables scientists to choreograph individual molecules to vibrate, break bonds, and move on a surface in specified ways.

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  2. Earth

    Count Down: Chemicals linked to inferior sperm

    New data suggest that typical exposures to chemicals called phthalates are associated with reduced fertility in men, but the specific phthalates they finger aren't those that researchers most expected to cause problems.

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  3. Humans

    Test Flight: Young scientists earn—and spread—their wings

    A century after two brothers from Ohio launched the first powered aircraft, more than 1,200 students from 31 countries descended on Cleveland to participate in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.