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Apr. 05, 2013

Tracking a Rise in ADHD Diagnosis

Researchers work to understand what might be behind a surge in diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

‘Drunk Tank Pink’ Finds Clues to Behavior

In his new book, Adam Alter examines the way labels, symbols, and colors can affect human behavior.

President Obama Calls for a ‘BRAIN Initiative’

NIH Director Francis Collins discusses President Obama’s new ‘BRAIN Initiative’ research program.

Building Synthetic Tissues from Water Droplets?

Researchers turned tiny water droplets into cooperating networks that can change shape and pass electrical signals.

Amyloid Proteins Help Paralyzed Mice Walk Again

Scientists say the proteins, once thought to be enemies of the nervous system, may actually be protective 'guardians.'

Bees Emerging After a Hard Winter

Apiculturist Eric Mussen discusses the plight of the modern honeybee.

Searching for the Roots of 'Right' and 'Wrong'

Primatologist Frans de Waal explores the origins of morality in The Bonobo and the Atheist.

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Making Tissues from Water Droplets?

Researchers turned tiny water droplets into cooperative networks that can change shape and pass electrical signals.

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