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  1. Materials Science

    Concrete Nation

    From ultrahigh-performance concrete that bends like metal to concrete blocks that transmit light, scientists are pushing the physical and architectural limits of this ubiquitous construction material.

    By Alexandra Goho
  2. Math

    Sphere Worlds

    Painting on spheres offers a novel perspective on the world.

    By Ivars Peterson

  3. Dynamic Earth

    Rocks and minerals are the stars of this lively, interactive online exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of Natural History. In the pages now available (with much more to come), learn about various aspects of rocks and mining. The site includes a photo gallery devoted to minerals and a selection of mineral-related screen savers and […]

    By Science News
  4. Humans

    Science News of the Year 2004

    A review of important scientific achievements reported in Science News during the year 2004.