Goodbye Moon? Drastic Changes Coming for NASA

The Obama administration will propose spending billions to encourage private companies to build spacecraft for NASA.

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Peering Deep Into Our Universe

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Wave of Discovery

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Disappearing Frogs

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Whiskered Robots

Scientists are constructing whiskered robots that can detect and then project 3D virtual images of objects on to a computer screen.

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Bugs Inspire Creation of Running Robots

Scientists hope to develop robots that can traverse tough terrains in dangerous situations.

Naked Mole Rats Provide Insights Into Oxygen Use

The mole rat is the only coldblooded mammal, and can survive long periods of oxygen deprivation.

Communicating Using Brain Waves and a Computer

New technology could allow the speech disabled to communicate with the outside world.

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