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Black Death Likely Originated in Central Asia
Ancient Mesopotamians Bred Horselike Hybrids
Presidential Pox, 1863
Birth of Midwifery, Circa 100 CE
Identifying a Killer, 1895
Leader of the Pack, 1903–1994
Stamping Out Science, 1948
Bile and Potatoes, 1921
Identity Crisis, 1906
Viral Discoveries, 1929
Introducing Inoculation, 1721
Action at a Distance, Circa Early 1950s
Octopod Sailors, 300 BC–present
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Sex Determination: It’s in the Genes—Sometimes
Animals across the tree of life have developed a mind-boggling variety of ways to become male or female.
Peto’s Paradox: How Gigantic Species Evolved to Beat Cancer
Scientists dive into the genomes of whales, elephants, and other animal giants looking for new weapons in the fight against cancer.
Universe 25 Experiment
A series of rodent experiments showed that even with abundant food and water, personal space is essential to prevent societal collapse, but Universe 25's relevance to humans remains disputed.
Strange Squeaks: A Uniquely Human Gene Alters Mouse “Songs”
A human-specific NOVA1 variant changed mouse vocalizations, potentially providing insights into the evolution of language.
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Understanding Disease Through Biomarkers
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