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Groovy News: Shrooms Help Reset Depressed Brain
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A small study shows that psilocybin (the drug in magic mushrooms) provides relief for severely depressed people. HowStuffWorks explains why.
Why would scientists want to create a hybrid human-cow embryo?
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This week, a group of London-based scientists requested official permission to begin a three-year study involving stem cells derived from human-cow hybrids.
Is there a blood test for depression?
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Depression is difficult to diagnose, but blood testing could prove useful in the future. Learn more about depression blood tests at HowStuffWorks.
Autism Causes
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Autism is caused by abnormalities that exist in the brain structures or functions. Learn more autism causes at Discovery Health.
What Happens If You Don't Poop for 47 Days?
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HowStuffWorks explains what happens if you don't - or can't - defecate for several weeks.
Science Projects for Kids: Weather and Seasons
Study the weather and seasons with innovative science projects for kids. Improve retention with these learning exercises, and have fun with your kids.
Is there a 400 pound lobster out there?
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A giant lobster weighing over 100 pounds could exist, according to recent studies on lobster growth and aging. Learn about the possibility of a giant lobster.
College Pictures
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This college image gallery offers a visual perspective of some of the important aspects of attending a university. Check out these college pictures.
8 Most Densely Populated Cities in the World
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Statistically, over half of the people reading this article live in a city, with a higher population density than rural or suburban areas. For instance, New York City has nearly 27,000 people crammed into each square mile (2.6 square km) of land.
Hummingbird Migration Can Mean Flying 2,000 Miles Without a Break
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Ruby-throated hummingbirds migrate annually from the U.S. all the way to Central America. How often would one need to stop? A new study reveals amazing abilities.