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LifeCommon virus may ride up nose to brain
Almost everyone is infected, but in some people a widespread herpes bug appears to reach the central nervous system by an olfactory route.
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HumansTaking the measure of a hobbit
Study of fossil skull suggests ancient creature could have been Homo sapiens.
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ChemistryMolecules/Matter & Energy
One-way light, flexible electricity and plant networks in this week's news
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EarthEarth/Environment
Ancient monster eruption found, plus balancing sea ice, Bt-resistant beetles and more in this week’s news.
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LifeBacteria binged on BP oil but didn’t grow
Researchers suspect the spilled crude didn’t provide a balanced diet.
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LifeGenes & Cells
Lung infections, stress effects in the womb and the genetics of stomach cancer in this week’s news.
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Health & MedicineBody & Brain
Chilled newborns, statin drugs for stroke, effects of mom’s stress and more in this week’s news.
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SpaceNew hints of saltwater on Mars
Seasonal patterns consistent with briny seeps on the Red Planet, a new study concludes.
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LifeHow exercise benefits nerve cells
Activity stimulates production of a neural insulation that moves messages faster.
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Health & MedicineUrine test may improve prostate screening
Levels of two biomarkers might clarify whether a man with an iffy PSA score needs to get a biopsy, a study finds.
By Nathan Seppa