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  1. Health & Medicine

    Proteins mark ALS

    Scientists reported finding what appears to be the first diagnostic test for Lou Gehrig's disease, potentially shaving a year off of when targeted treatment for the disease can begin.

    By Janet Raloff
  2. Humans

    From the April 28, 1934, issue

    An ancient crocodile, how loudness affects pitch, and observing the sun's corona.

    By Science News
  3. Humans

    Messing Around with Music

    San Francisco’s Exploratorium offers an entertaining, multimedia excursion into the science of music. Visit a virtual kitchen to sample some appliance sounds. Use video of a step dancer to compose music. Discover how various cultures around the world create musical instruments out of everyday objects.