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  1. Space

    Magnetic flows cause sunspot lows, study shows

    Observations of gas flows on the solar surface may explain why the sun recently had such a prolonged case of the doldrums; could lead to more accurate predictions for the duration and severity of future solar cycles.

    By Ron Cowen
  2. Physics

    For quantum computer, add a dash of disorder

    Flawed crystals could help couple light to matter and may compete with more perfectly ordered materials.

    By Lisa Grossman
  3. Health & Medicine

    Temporary hearing impairment leads to ‘lazy ear’

    A rodent study shows that even after ear infections clear up, brain rewiring may cause long-term hearing problems.

    By Tina Hesman Saey
  4. Health & Medicine

    First complete look at families’ genes

    Comparing the complete genetic material of family members pinpoints genes involved in three rare inherited diseases.