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Marine Roundup

September 23, 2005

Sea sponges' simple immune systems are proving useful in medical research.

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No-Fog Glass

September 22, 2005

Fogged-up eyeglasses and windshields can be nuisances. Science reporter Bob Hirshon reports on an …

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Chicken Compass

September 21, 2005

Researchers confirm that some barnyard birds have a magnetic "sixth sense."

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Animal Laughter

September 20, 2005

People laugh in many different ways. But can animals laugh at all? Science Reporter Bob Hirshon …

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Panther Rescue

September 19, 2005

Scientists are trying to save Florida panthers by breeding them with Texas cougars. But is it …

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Placebo Roundup

September 16, 2005

Positive thinking may be as positive as they say. Bob Hirshon tells us about a new study on the …

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Staying Awake

September 15, 2005

Drooping eyelids? One listener asks about the best way to stay alert.

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Crater Nurseries

September 14, 2005

After a devastating meteor strikes, the resulting crater may be the key to life.

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Tree Ring Weather

September 13, 2005

Are hurricanes increasing in number? Scientists have now found a way to ask the trees.

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Similarities Attract

September 12, 2005

Do opposites really attract? Bob Hirshon has this report.

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Back-to-school Roundup

September 9, 2005

Kids who abuse inhalers are more likely to use other drugs; Coaches need to protect child athletes …

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Masculine Overcompensation

September 8, 2005

Men act more macho when told they are feminine.

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