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AnthropologyNeandertals show ancient signs of caring
A partial jaw unearthed in France indicates that Neandertals extensively cared for sick and infirm comrades beginning nearly 200,000 years ago.
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EarthScientists spy sixth undersea-vent ecology
A new group of hydrothermal vents found in the Indian Ocean are populated by communities of organisms that differ significantly from other such groups of vent systems.
By Sid Perkins -
Brief diet alters gene activity
Even a short-term diet may activate anti-aging genes.
By John Travis -
Homing in on a longevity gene
A gene on chromosome 4 may help people live to an old age.
By John Travis -
Embryo stem cells turned to blood
Human embryonic stem cells may provide a new source of blood and bone marrow.