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Mar 29, 2013 11:48 PM EDT

Next ATV Space Station Resupply Spacecraft Becoming Ready for Launch

Europe's fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV), set to supply the International Space Station, now entered the final phase of preparations for its launch on top of the heavy-lift rocket Ariane 5.

Mar 29, 2013 10:40 PM EDT

Soyuz Spacecraft Makes Six Hour Flight to ISS, Fastest Ever Recorded [VIDEO]

A new Russian-American crew arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) Friday after a fast-track trip from Earth which lasted under six hours and carried three astronauts.

Mar 29, 2013 09:45 PM EDT

Hidden Camera Captures Rare Moments of What Squids See Underwater

Ever wondered what the view is like down under from a jumbo squid's perspective? Stanford researchers were also wondering that and strapped video cameras to the carnivorous sea creature in the eastern Pacific to track every movement of these sea creatures.

New Study Reveals Effect of Smoking Cannabis on Creativity
Mar 29, 2013 09:26 PM EDT

Mass. Department of Public Health Posts First Draft of Medical Marijuana Regulations

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) published draft regulations on Friday regarding the implementation of the state's new medical marijuana law which was voted into law on November 12.

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Mar 29, 2013 03:45 PM EDT

Implantable Blood Sensor With Wirelessly Powered Microchip Developed

Scientists in Singapore developed a microscale electronic sensor that can be implanted under the skin and is connected by wireless data and power to continously monitor blood flow through artificial blood vessels.

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Mar 29, 2013 03:14 PM EDT

Tarsier Eyes Reveal How Human Vision Evolved: Early Ancestors Stopped Being Nocturnal

The ancient, primate ancestors of humans were all once nocturnal. Now, a new study the prevailing view that three-color vision developed after primates started rising with the sun.

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Mar 29, 2013 02:24 PM EDT

NASA Wants $100 Million to Catch a Near-Earth Asteroid: What the 2014 Budget Includes

How much does it take to catch an asteroid? About $100 million, according to NASA's 2014 fiscal budget request.

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Mar 29, 2013 01:36 PM EDT

Gorilla Raised by Humans: Adorable Primate Learns to Walk (Video)

An adorable, baby gorilla that's currently being raised by humans is doing well. She has already learned to roll over, sit up and nearly walk on all fours.

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Mar 29, 2013 01:10 PM EDT

Graphic Anti-Smoking Advertisements hit U.S. Monday through July (VIDEO)

A group of graphic anti-smoking adds will be hitting the U.S. from April through July to try and change the response of those who regularly pick up a pack.

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Mar 29, 2013 12:55 PM EDT

New Solar Structure Cools Buildings in Sunlight: A Way to Keep Global Warming at Bay

A new type of solar structure could vastly improve the cooling of buildings in sunlight, and could reduce the energy expenditure that helps contribute to global warming.

A New Drug Promises to Improve Health and Longevity
Mar 29, 2013 12:32 PM EDT

Gut Bacteria may Help Weight Loss, Microorganisms Found in Mice Lowered Body Fat

Though it might seem gross, a new study reveals that certain microorganisms may be able to help us lose weight, and that includes bacteria.

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Mar 29, 2013 12:19 PM EDT

'Tactile Helmet' Could Provide Firefighters with Ultrasound Sensors to Guide them during Difficult Work Situations

Firefighters left in the dark to help may have a little help from science with a specially-adapted 'tactile helmet' that researchers are hoping to develop that will provide helpful clues in challenging work situations.

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