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EnvironmentEngineered plants demolish toxic waste
With help from bacteria, plants could one day clean up polluted sites.
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PhysicsPerfect fluid of electrons may flow inside superconductor
Understanding superconductors’ viscosity could help inspire scientists to find ways to improve the electric power grid.
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Health & MedicineTiny human intestine grown inside mouse
Human gut tissue transplanted into a mouse can grow into a working intestine that doctors could use to test disease treatments.
By Meghan Rosen -
AnimalsHearing awful or great singing changes birds’ choice
A male bird’s serenade inspires reactions that depend on the quality of songs a female has been listening to.