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Jul. 18, 2014
Jul. 18, 2014
Scientists Call Whales the ‘Engineers’ of the Ocean Ecosystem
Whales stabilize the ocean ecosystem through a mechanism scientists call the “whale pump,” or fecal plumes.
Pacemaker Researchers Swap Batteries for Biology
With gene therapy, scientists reprogram pig heart cells to improve heartbeat.
Smarty Pants: Testing the Quality of Textiles
Confidence in how well our garments suit us shouldn't be taken for granted—we owe much to textile quality assurance.
As California Dries Up, Locals Hope for El Niño
A third of California is now clenched by exceptional drought, and this week the state announced $500 fines for water-wasters. But many residents continue to hope for rain.
Frozen in Time, a Giant Virus
A virus large enough to be seen through a light microscope was recovered from the Siberian permafrost.
App Chat: Plugging In to the Outdoors
Reporter Bob Parks guides us through his favorite outdoor and camping apps.
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In a Flash: Firefly Communication
Fireflies communicate with a "language of light" that scientists still don't completely understand.
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