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Hair a Renewable Resource Makes Oil Cleaning Mat

by Gloria Campos

As we have learned in the, past human hair can be recycled and used to make many creative things such as art and even clothes, but did you know it could also be used to clean up oil spills? It's true.

Snack Lovers Rejoice: Cancer Chemical Reduction Slated for Chips and Fries

by M Dee Dubroff

A 2005 lawsuit involving the state of California and four major food manufacturers has resulted in a reduction in the levels of cancer-causing chemicals in their snack products over the next three years. Read on and learn more about this “victory for public health.”

Spanish Melons That Taste Like Lemons: Will Wonders Never Cease?

by M Dee Dubroff

It took twelve years to create this melon that tastes like a lemon. Instead of asking why, if you live in the UK, try to track them down, as they will soon be available. If you live elsewhere, read on anyway for all the tasty details.

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Soy Foods and Lower Sperm Concentration: Is There a Link?

by M Dee Dubroff

Is there a connection between a high intake of soy foods and fertility? A recent study claims there very well may be. Read on for the details.

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Wearable Kidney Could Help Millions of People

by Rane

Two researchers at UCLA have designed a peritoneal, wearable kidney that could replace the failing organs of a patient.

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Licking Your Wounds May Help Them Heal Faster

by Rane

Scientists have discovered a compound found in human saliva that can heal wounds quickly.

Tobacco Plant Could Be Used To Fight Cancer

by Rane

Scientists at Stanford University are trying to grow a new cancer vaccine and are looking to use the plant that has caused millions of people to develop cancer.

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Students Can Now Get Textbooks For Free

by Joshua Khan

Textbooks are one of the most hated student expenses. But with the help from one publisher, they might not cost anything at all.

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Germs 101: How to Traumatize Your Children

by Guest Blogger

When you think baby present, you think cute, right? Cuddly? Educational? How about infectious? Contagious? Deadly? GIANTmicrobes® are accurate and (mostly) adorable representations of germs, bacteria, viruses and other no-see-ums at 1,000,000x magnification.

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NASA Wants Your Urine

by Rane

If you're in the area at the Johnson Space Center, stop by at 2200 Space Park and donate your urine for a good cause.

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Interactive Dictionaries - More Than Just Definitions

by Lily Chaos

Welcome. Invited. Accept gladly. Accommodate. Not sure exactly how these terms relate? Interactive dictionaries Visuwords and Lexipedia display the connections between words and phrases as a visual web.

NASA Finds The Baby Boom Galaxy!

by Boomer Babe

Naturally, NASA named the new-found galaxy after us, calling it the Baby Boom Galaxy. And, of course all the babies are stars! (We were always over-achievers!)

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Surfing May Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Sufferers

by Rane

Researchers have found that surfing may be the key to prolonging the life of people suffering from cystic fibrosis.

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Wine Compound May Slow the Effects of Aging

by Rane

Resveratrol, a compound found in red wine and grape skin, may slow the aging process, researchers say.

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Puff Politely: Japan Tobacco's 'Smoking Manners for Adults' Ads, Part 3

by Steve Levenstein

Welcome to the third installment of Japan Tobacco's 'Smoking Manners for Adults' ads. With a total of 73 ads making the rounds of Japanese ad space, it's unlikely you'll see the same ad twice – but you'll definitely get the message that smoking demands consideration. Here are ads 21 through 30...