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Ice in Motion
As frozen lands disintegrate, researchers rush to catch the collapse.
- Health & Medicine
Memories Can’t Wait
Researchers rethink the role of amyloid in causing Alzheimer’s
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Cerebral Delights
The amygdala, a part of the brain known for its role in fear, also helps people spot rewards — and go after them.
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Rivers in the sky
Atmospheric bands of water vapor can cause flooding and extreme weather
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In the Zone
Evolution may have trained the mind to see scoring streaks — even where they don't exist.
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Sizing up the Electron
Measuring the inner shape of the famous particle could help solve a cosmic mystery.
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Making Nuanced Memories
New nerve cells help the brain tell similar experiences apart.
By Laura Beil