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  1. Math

    Following the ocean swirls

    The mathematics of dynamical systems reveals ocean dynamics, an understanding that could improve the monitoring of ocean processes.

    By Julie Rehmeyer
  2. Humans

    The Science Vote

    Science News runs down what the two presidential candidates and their campaigns have been saying about science and technology issues.

    By Janet Raloff
  3. Humans

    The Science Vote: Spending priorities differ

    Federal funding for academic research — a major engine of innovation — has experienced an “unprecedented” two-year decline, the National Science Foundation reported in late August. Between fiscal years 2005 and 2007, Uncle Sam’s share of academic research funding fell from 64 percent to 62 percent. To take up the slack, universities turned to industry […]

    By Janet Raloff
  4. Humans

    The Science Vote: Linking energy to greenhouse risks

    Science and technology have not played out as major presidential campaign issues this year.