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LifeInvasive frogs may spread deadly amphibian fungus
African clawed frogs imported for 20th century pregnancy tests apparently communicate B. dendrobatidis to native species.
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SpaceKepler mission may be over
The planet-hunting telescope has been crippled by the failure of two out of four pointing devices.
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AnimalsMalaria parasite drives mosquitoes to human scent
Compared to uninfected insects, ones carrying disease land more often on sweat-soaked stockings.
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LifeCloning produces human embryonic stem cells
Fine-tuning of technique used in other animals could enable personalized medicine.
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PhysicsLow-energy laser makes leap toward practicality
Researchers have created a polariton device that runs on electricity.