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MESSENGER begins revealing Mercury's secrets

Lately, the discoveries made about the solar system have been astronomical, especially concerning the smallest and inner-most planet, Mercury. … 1 Comment

Mutated protein contributes to Lou Gehrig's

A new finding by researchers at Hopkins's School of Medicine has elucidated a little-known molecular pathway in the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's disease. … 1 Comment

How physics and the Yankees won the Series

As I watched my beloved Yankees defeat the Phillies to win the 2009 World Series two weeks ago, several questions popped into my head regarding the science of the game.… 3 Comments

Uninsured children more likely to die during hospital stays

In the midst of this fresh explosion of health care debate, a striking study released by Hopkins researchers may provide another support pillar for advocates of government-funded insurance coverage. … Post the First Comment


Key differences between stem cells discovered

Scientists have more recently been examining the properties of induced pluripotent stem cells rather than the embryonic stem cells that have caused so much controversy. 2 Comments

Prostate cancer linked to cholesterol levels

Hopkins researchers found that lower levels of cholesterol can lead to a decrease in the risk for high-grade prostate cancer. Post a comment

Living Weapons tackles biowarfare

Although they caused widespread terror and temporarily paralyzed the U.S. Postal Service in 2001, biological weapons are poorly understood by most. Post a comment

New uses of CT scans extend beyond the heart

A newly improved technique for viewing the interior of the blood vessels located in the heart could possibly have applications in other vessels that transport blood to and from different parts of the body, says a new report. Post a comment

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