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  1. Humans

    Jonathan Eberhart (1942–2003)

    After chronicling space science and exploration for 3 decades on behalf of Science News, Jonathan Eberhart died last week from complications of multiple sclerosis.

    By Science News
  2. Ecosystems

    After Invasions: Can an ant takeover change the rules?

    A rare before-and-after study of a takeover by an invasive ant species shows the interloper quickly disassembling the basic rules of the invaded community.

    By Susan Milius
  3. Health & Medicine

    Mixed Results: AIDS vaccine falters in whites, may help blacks

    In its first large test, an AIDS vaccine has failed to shield an at-risk population from acquiring AIDS.

    By Nathan Seppa
  4. Materials Science

    Waterproof Coats: Materials repel water with simplicity, style

    Researchers have produced new types of water-repelling surfaces, including one that's colorful and another made of inexpensive plastic.