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  1. Math

    Life on the Scales

    A mathematical equation helps explain life processes on all biological scales, from molecules to ecosystems.

    By Erica Klarreich
  2. Chemistry

    Chemistry au Naturel

    Chemists aim to mimic natural systems with the hope of developing more-efficient chemical processes that are also less harmful to the environment.

    By Alexandra Goho
  3. Math

    Knot Divided in Snow

    The Möbius strip gets embedded in a knotty block of snow.

    By Ivars Peterson
  4. Humans

    From the February 2, 1935, issue

    Crystal stalagmites from winter rain, evidence for early inhabitants in Texas, and a new transmission system for electric power.

    By Science News
  5. Tech

    Nanotech Facts

    The National Nanotechnology Initiative has a Web site devoted to “Nanotech Facts.”