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  1. Health & Medicine

    Suspicious DNA: Chromosome study homes in on Alzheimer’s disease

    Several human chromosomes now face intensified scrutiny for possibly harboring genes involved in Alzheimer's disease.

    By Ben Harder
  2. Tech

    Beam Team: Unusual laser emits a band of light

    A novel laser on a microchip emits a band of light rather than the single, pure color usually expected from a laser.

    By Peter Weiss
  3. Health & Medicine

    Chill Out: Mild hypothermia aids heart attack recovery

    Icing down patients who have just had a heart stoppage may boost their survival chances and prevent brain damage in those who pull through.

    By Nathan Seppa
  4. Health & Medicine

    Indoor tanning ups all skin cancer rates

    Artificial sunbathing using ultraviolet lights increases the risk of all types of skin cancer.