How shaving mice led to an accidental discovery about our sense of touch
Read now →We're gonna need more shaving cream
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Rand Paul's bill to stop 'silly' science would stifle research, innovation, and the economy
Read now →The senator has backed a bill that would let political appointees and "taxpayer advocates" cut research
Scientists have learned to grow brain tissue to 100x (just add water)
Read now →A new technique to expand cells seems like science fiction: it lets researchers bypass laws of microscope physics
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Can young blood actually help cure Alzheimer's?
Read now →Researchers are testing the idea, with encouraging early results
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My 'basic' fruit fly research could help save lives
Read now →Politicians like Sarah Palin love to mock it, but here's why we should all support 'basic' research
Six facts about Gertrude Elion, a legend in drug discovery
Read now →She experienced many obstacles, but her perseverance and passion always won