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Drones are Fun, Until One Hits You In the Face
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 06:16
Mini drones are not yet appearing in our skies on a daily basis but they certainly are a rapidly growing trend.
Mega Models Will Map the Spread of Dengue (Op-Ed)
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 03:58
Huge, powerful computer models are helping scientists predict the spread of a deadly virus, dengue fever.
How Will Chikungunya Virus Spread? DARPA Announces Challenge
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 01:20
The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is asking innovators to build models that predict the spread of chikungunya virus across the Americas, and take home $150,000.
Should Robot Drivers Kill to Save a Child's Life?
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 17:59
Even though they won't be controlled by humanoid robots, the software that will run driverless cars raises many ethical challenges.
Wow! The Most Amazing Images in Science This Week
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 17:44
Ancient, extinct fractal creatures, a triple hit of cuteness and real-life terminators are just a few of our favorite awesome science images this week.
This Week's Awesome Stories from Around the Web
Singularity Hub - 16 Aug 2014 17:00
Since last week’s reading list was well received, we’re serving up another round of the most intriguing articles in science and technology this week. And if you see one that we missed, feel free to add them in the co...
Near-Earth Asteroid Held Together by Unknown Force
Scientific American - 16 Aug 2014 14:00
The new discovery suggests better ways to deflect an incoming space rock --
Plants May Use Unique Language At Molecular Level To Communicate With Each Other
IBTimes - 16 Aug 2014 11:34
A scientist at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has discovered a potentially new plant language, which allows them to share their genetic information with each other. The discovery is expected to h...
Physics Week in Review: August 16, 2014
Scientific American - 16 Aug 2014 11:21
This week on Virtually Speaking Science, I chatted with astrophysicist Katie Freese, author of a new book, The Cosmic Cocktail: Three Parts Dark Matter. --
Cholecystokinin octapeptide antagonizes apoptosis in retinal pigment epithelial cells
EurekAlert! - 16 Aug 2014 06:00
(Neural Regeneration Research) Oxidative stress may cause retinal pigment epithelial cell apoptosis.
Virtual Worlds Can Be As Fulfilling As Real Life (Op-Ed)
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 05:12
Step aside Olympians - the new sporting pursuit of choice may soon be professional gaming.
Vitamin B12: Deficiency & Supplements
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 04:48
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a common problem. Supplements can treat a deficiency, but doctors recommended getting vitamin B12 from foods.
United States Moves to End Puppy Mill Imports
Live Science - 16 Aug 2014 04:41
The USDA is changing the rules on imported puppies, preventing the exceptionally young and sick from having to endure what can be a deadly journey.