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Begging Birds

November 29, 2005

Science reporter Bob Hirshon answers one listener's question about the challenges of avian …

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Anger and Stress

November 28, 2005

When challenged, do you usually respond with anger or fear? A new study suggests one may be …

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Lie Detector Roundup

November 25, 2005

You know the old saying that the way to the heart is through the stomach? Well, the stomach may also …

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Turkey and Immunity

November 24, 2005

Tryptophan is a chemical found in turkey. Seinfeld mocked it for making people sleepy, but science …

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Moon Base

November 23, 2005

Experts and citizens are debating whether it's worth it to return to the moon. One group says we …

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Sound Laser

November 22, 2005

One listener asks: Can sound be directed into a beam, like a laser? The answer might surprise you.

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Frog Chorus

November 21, 2005

We can often recognize people we know by the sounds of their voices. One researcher visited a pond …

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Feline Roundup

November 18, 2005

Cats can have asthma and allergies, too--and you might be helping to trigger your cat's condition.

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Spider Webs

November 17, 2005

Each species of spider weaves its own signature web. Science Update answers this listener's question …

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Phantom Pain

November 16, 2005

Science reporter Bob Hirshon tells us about new insights into a mysterious affliction of patients …

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Pigeons and Bird Flu

November 15, 2005

One listener asks: When it comes to bird flu, should we worry about pigeons?

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Smoking and IQ

November 14, 2005

It is well known that smoking cigarettes is bad for your lungs and your heart. Now new research …

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