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January 3, 2013

Scientists can assess the health of marine ecosystems by recording the coughing sounds made by …

January 2, 2013

Scientists have identified neurons in the brain that trigger hot flashes during menopause.

January 1, 2013

Smartphones with a small device attached can be used to test for food allergies.

December 31, 2012

Modifying the digestive process of bacteria could produce a useful fuel from common fats.

December 28, 2012

Tiny microorganisms are playing a big role in chemical manufacturing.

December 27, 2012

Terahertz waves, which could greatly improve scanning, imaging, and communication, just got a lot …

December 26, 2012

Removing sperm and egg-producing cells from roundworms makes them live longer, and a new study …

December 25, 2012

Ultrasound can monitor the lubrication in a car engine, which may improve oil efficiency.

December 24, 2012

Scientists hope to design viruses that fight cancer.

December 21, 2012

The world is not ending today. Find out why in this Science Update encore presentation.

December 21, 2012

Even flies can get sick from eating spoiled food.