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How the Living Earth Simulator Will Work
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You may have noticed that our planet isn't terribly predictable. Could a German polymath and an unfathomable pile of data change that?
10 Sci-fi Gadgets We Wish Actually Existed
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Sci-fi gadgets represent some amazing inventions, if only in fiction. Take a look at 10 sci-fi gadgets that we'd love to get our hands on.
How Relief Wells Work
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Relief wells are used to prevent and stop dangerous oil flows. Learn about relief wells and how relief wells are drilled.
How accurate is our mental image of ourselves?
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Mental image is how you see yourself. Learn about positive and negative mental image and how to foster a healthy, accurate self-image.
How Nanogenerators Work
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Nanogenerators can harness kinetic energy to power implanted medical devices, smartphones and other small personal electronics. See how nanogenerators work.
Morgellons Disease Overview
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Morgellons Disease is often written off as a mental illness. Learn about the causes of the mysterious Morgellons Disease.
Why do we study bugs?
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There are many reasons why we study bugs, from protecting crops to preventing the spread of disease. Learn more about why we study bugs at HowStuffWorks.
How do my sleep habits change as I age?
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Sleep as you age may not be as deep or as long. Learn what happens to sleep as you age and why sleep is impacted by age.
Why do humans walk on two legs?
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Bipedalism was one of the first features to develop in our human ancestors. Is bipedalism better than being on all fours? Read more about bipedalism.
What is the Longest Time Someone Has Gone Without Sleep?
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A man in Cornwall, England, went 11 consecutive days without a wink of sleep. Find out how he did it, why he did it and why you shouldn't give it a try.