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A fabric that detects biohazards, an excess of men, the cost of a year of life, stopping train …
Biohazard Wipe
A new fabric can detect just about any biohazard--from E. coli to anthrax--instantly.
Health Care Costs
A new analysis suggests the rising cost of health care may be relatively cheap.
Rail Laser
Lasers may help spot hidden track damage that causes train derailments.
Disease Roundup
Scientists are looking at germs' genes to find their weaknesses.
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Why caffeine withdrawal hurts, washing help relieve guilt, closing the racial achievement gap in …
Macbeth Effect
Washing your hands really can relieve a guilty conscience, according to new research.
Race and Achievement
A simple self-esteem-building exercise could help close the stubborn "achievement gap" between …
Caffeine Withdrawal
A listener asks: Why do I get a headache if I go without coffee?
Orca Reconciliation
A captive killer whales couple makes peace after a fight.
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A good time to be a dinosaur hunter, how your personality affects your health, electricity could …