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  1. Quantum Physics

    Quantum information teleported between distant atoms

    A team is the first to transfer a qubit, which contains quantum information, from one atom to another, a feat that could aid quantum computing and secure communication.

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  2. Life

    As cells age, the nucleus lets the bad guys in

    A study tracks a growing 'leakiness' in the membrane of the cell nucleus that could contribute to aging and even to diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.

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  3. Humans

    Life expectancy up when cities clean the air

    Study shows people live longer after fine-particulate air pollution is reduced.

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  4. Life

    Three deep-sea fish families now one

    Male and young whalefish look so different from females that scientists had mistakenly put them all in different families.