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  1. Life

    Genetic analysis of swine flu virus reveals diverse parts

    Detailed genetic analysis of the H1N1 swine flu virus indicates that its components have been present for years. The virus is still susceptible to drugs and vaccine development.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  2. Health & Medicine

    Sensitivity to alcohol connected with alcoholism risk

    People for whom alcohol has little effect face a greater risk of developing alcoholism than those who get drunk easily.

    By Nathan Seppa
  3. Humans

    The inner worlds of conspiracy believers

    A study of British volunteers finds that those who endorse 9/11 conspiracy theories also believe in other sorts of conspiracies and share certain personality characteristics.

    By Bruce Bower
  4. Chemistry

    Beryllium-beryllium bond illuminated

    Scientists study the partnership between two atoms of beryllium, which chemical theory says shouldn’t exist.