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History of Insulin
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Before insulin was available, there were few treatment options for diabetics. Discover the history of this hormone, and how it is produced today.
What Is Graphene? The Mind-boggling Wonder Material
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This is one 'supermaterial' that might actually live up to its hype. So what is graphene really, and why is it so versatile?
Quarks Are the Building Blocks of All Matter
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Protons and neutrons, the particles that form the nuclei of atoms, are themselves made up of even smaller particles known as quarks.
Fruit Flies: The Science Superstars You Want Gone From Your Kitchen
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Fruit flies are annoying, but we also owe them a huge debt of scientific gratitude.
Can You Guess the Book Title From an Anagram of the Letters?
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Deciphering an anagram is similar to the feeling that you get when you're reading code. You get that excited, top-secret rush, like from a Dan Brown novel. Can you figure out these book title anagrams? We promise that "1984" does not make the list.
Why Is the Krebs Cycle Essential for Life as We Know It?
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The main function of the Krebs cycle is to produce energy, stored and transported as ATP or GTP, to keep the human body up and running.
Can You Name These Paul Newman Movies From an Image?
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Known for both his leading man good looks and his unparalleled acting chops, Paul Newman redefined the words "movie star" for a generation. How well do you know the films of this Hollywood iconoclast?
4 Quantum Physics Misconceptions, Busted
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Questions, theories and debates about quantum physics can get muddled because of a number of myths and misconceptions. Here are four of them.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Crafts
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On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, learn more about this important activist by making one of these interesting craft projects. Learn how in this article.
Alpha, Beta or Gamma? It's the Nuclear Radiation Quiz
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We live in a radioactive world, and we're not just talking about the times when a nuclear plant is melting down and scaring the heck out of us. How much do you know about the ABGs (or alphas, betas and gammas) of nuclear radiation?