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Paul Berg

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Berg, Paul (1926-), an American biochemist and molecular biologist, has been at the forefront of genetic engineering, both as an inventor of a pioneering procedure and as an advocate concerned about the risks of genetic research.

How Cave Biology Works

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Cave biology is the study of the animal specimens that live and evolve in caves. Learn about cave biology and cave animals in this article.

This Tiny Bird Can Fly for 10 Months Without Landing, Biologists Discover

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How long can a bird fly without landing? Learn more about the common swift spending 10 months airborne in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Some Starfish Have Up to 40 Arms! Plus 10 Other Starfish Facts

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What lives in water, has no gills, scales or fins and is not a fish? A starfish — which is why marine biologists renamed these creatures sea stars.

Are meerkats naturally generous?

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Meerkat naturally generous behavior has puzzled biologists (and endeared us) for years. Learn about meerkat naturally generous behavior and generosity.

How incomplete is the fossil record?

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The fossil record is far from being complete. Just how incomplete is the fossil record? Learn about the fossil record in this article.

10 Things You Should Know About Rachel Carson

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The late marine biologist Rachel Carson's groundbreaking book, "Silent Spring," debuted 60 years ago as one of the finest works of nature writing ever.

10 Jobs That Will Take You on Wild Adventures

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Spend all of your time at a 9-to-5 job dreaming of adventure? Then, maybe it's time you check out our list of 10 jobs that will get you out of the office and into something unforgettable.

Why Is Biodiversity Important for Ecosystems?

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Biodiversity means rainforests and reefs teeming with species right? There's more to it than that though. Genetic diversity has a big role to play, too. Just ask that cheetah cub.

Flying Squirrels Glow Hot Pink in UV Light

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HowStuffWorks checks out the science behind why squirrels glow pink under UV light.

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