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Bioethics Backlash
By Sabrina Richards | February 22, 2012
Bioethicists debate how to remain impartial as a bioethics journal editor joins a company that peddles unproven stem cell therapies.
How Tigers Get Their Stripes
By Bob Grant | February 22, 2012
For the first time researchers have demonstrated the molecular tango that gives rise to repeating patterns in developing animal embryos.
Googling Hydrogen Bonds
By Megan Scudellari | February 21, 2012
Chemists apply Google software to the study of molecules.
Top Earners Under Review by NIH
By Cristina Luiggi | February 21, 2012
Researchers with millions of grant dollars may face greater scrutiny by the funding agency.
Canadian Scientists “Muzzled”
By Hannah Waters | February 21, 2012
Governmental red tape blocks scientists from discussing their research with journalists, according to an open letter.
Teenage Tourrette’s Outbreak?
By Edyta Zielinska | February 20, 2012
School-district officials in northwestern New York State are puzzled by a spate of high school students reporting symptoms of the neuropsychiatric disorder.
Wireless Drug Chip
By Jef Akst | February 20, 2012
The world’s first programmable drug-delivery chip passes the test, accurately and safely delivering an osteoporosis drug.
Alzheimer’s Drugs Harmful?
By Bob Grant | February 20, 2012
The researcher who helped develop an Alzheimer’s treatment now in clinical trials warns that the compound may actually impair memory.
Citizen Science’s New Wave
By Sabrina Richards | February 17, 2012
Scientists are getting more citizens than ever involved in research projects that could impact their communities.
Experts Debate H5N1 Research
By Megan Scudellari | February 17, 2012
A 2-day meeting may decide how much and which parts of 2 controversial H5N1 flu studies will be published.
