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3D-Printed Microbattery Could Power Tomorrow's Electronics

Good new, techies: 3D printers can now do more than make dust-collecting doodads. Researchers have developed a method of producing powerful microbatteries using these trendy contraptions.

How Estrogen Fights Urinary Tract Infections

The female hormone estrogen may protect against urinary tract infections in postmenopausal women by improving two of the body's defense mechanisms, a new study found.

Wave to Saturn! NASA Probe to Photograph Earth from Deep Space

Nothing proves how fragile, beautiful and rare our planet is like a portrait of it taken from space. Now, scientists are planning to image Earth from a spacecraft stationed at Saturn, and are hoping many Earthlings will plan to stop and wave toward the ringed planet for the photo.

Day Care May Be Good for Kids' Mental Health

Day care may reduce the risk of emotional problems in children at high risk of such problems, according to a new study from Canada. The researchers found that among children of women with symptoms of depression, those who went to day care had fewer emotional problems, and were less likely to show social withdrawal and separation anxiety symptoms, compared with children who were in their mother's care.

For NASA, Mars Beyond Reach Without Budget Boost

If NASA continues to be funded at its current levels, a manned mission to Mars could be permanently beyond reach, space industry experts say.

Yes, Obesity Is a Disease (Op-Ed)

chief of obesity surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, holds several patents for the treatment of obesity and designed a method for treating relapse after gastric bypass. Roslin has expertise in laparoscopic obesity surgery, duodenal switch surgery and revisional bariatric surgery. He Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights

Visionary Energy Plan Key to New York's Storm Strategy (Op-Ed)

Andy Darrell, New York regional director and chief of energy strategy for the Environmental Defense Fund, Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights

Wow! Mars Rover Captures Stunning Billion-Pixel Photo of Red Planet

A new 1.3-billion-pixel image from NASA's Mars rover Curiosity allows viewers to zoom in and investigate part of the Red Planet in incredible detail.

1 in 4 Stroke Survivors Develops PTSD, Study Finds

Nearly one in four people who suffer a stroke experiences symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during the year following the event, according to a new study.

It's True: Some Parents Want to Live Through Their Kids

Yes, mom may really be pushing you into marching band because she always wanted to be drum major. New research finds that, consistent with what kids may believe, parents really do hope to live out unfulfilled ambitions through their children.

Do Sleep Apnea Patients Need Special Care After Surgery?

People with sleep apnea may be at increased risk for complications if they have surgery, but little is known about how to reduce this risk, experts say.

Fungus Among Us? Mold Concerns Delay Space Station Cargo Ship's Opening

The robotic European cargo ship Albert Einstein was opened Tuesday morning (June 18) at the International Space Station, a day late because of concerns that mold may have grown inside the vehicle, NASA officials said.

Sexual Images Sway Conservative Guys Toward Risk

Sexually conservative men are more swayed by sexual images than more adventurous dudes, according to a new study that might help explain why the sexually conservative, paradoxically, tend to take sexual risks.

Russia May Land Probe on Jupiter's Moon Ganymede with Europe's Help

PARIS — A Russian probe being designed to land on Ganymede, Jupiter's largest moon, could launch toward the gas giant with a European spacecraft being developed to explore Jupiter's icy ocean-covered satellites, according to European space officials.

Swiss Rocket Plane May Launch People on Private Science Trips

PARIS — A startup Swiss spaceflight company is planning to upgrade its proposed private satellite launch system into a manned suborbital space shuttle for science missions, the company announced Monday (June 17).

What Causes Obesity? Answer May Affect Your Waistline

People's beliefs about what causes obesity may affect their waistlines, according to a new report.

American Businesses Embrace Chinese Marketing Secret

To compete in the future, ecommerce businesses will need a more personal touch, a new study suggests.

The Number One Reason Most Entrepreneurs Start Businesses

Nothing beats the freedom of being the boss — at least when it comes to the entrepreneurial efforts of small business owners.

3D Printer Passes Zero-Gravity Test for Space Station Trip

A 3D printer bound for the International Space Station in 2014 has passed a series of key microgravity flight tests, the device's builders say.

Obama commits to tough push on global warming

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is planning a major push using executive powers to tackle the pollution blamed for global warming in an effort to make good on promises he made at the start of his second term. "We know we have to do more — and we will do more," Obama said Wednesday in Berlin.

Gay Marriage Rulings May Raise New Questions for Couples

The Supreme Court will announce its ruling on two same-sex marriage cases this month, potentially changing the legal landscape for thousands of gay couples. But depending on how the Court decides, the rulings could raise more questions than they answer.

Whooping Cough: Experts Unsure on Extra Vaccine Dose

Amid rising rates of whooping cough, some health officials have wondered whether an extra dose of whooping cough vaccine should be added to the vaccination schedule.

Will Climate Change Destroy New York City?

The city of New York — America's largest metropolis and home to over 8 million people — will be ravaged by the effects of climate change within a few years.

No, You Can't Outrun a Tsunami

Maybe the fastest man in the world could run a 6-minute mile for 6 miles (10 kilometers) while a terrifying wall of water chased him through a coastal city. But most people couldn't.

Common Virus Linked to Alzheimer's Disease, Study Suggests

Contracting a common virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV) may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease, a new study of the brains of older adults suggests.

Captive Kids Forced to Act in Shakespeare's Day

In Shakespeare's England, many kids were coerced into acting careers not by stage moms but by "child catchers," new research shows.

Are Ugly People Treated Badly at Work?

A new Michigan State University study has uncovered an ugly truth about the American workplace: looks do matter.

Chinese Astronauts Beam 1st Science Lesson from Space (Video)

Life in space is fun, and the three Chinese astronauts currently in orbit have shared their first lesson on space living with students and countrymen on Earth.

Bacteria Nest Like Russian Dolls Inside Bugs

Mealybugs are home to bacteria that nest inside other bacteria, like microscopic Russian dolls, a new study finds. The curious symbiotic relationship offers insight into the complex interplay between animals and microbes, the study researchers say.

Apollo Astronauts Honor Neil Armstrong, 'The Epitome of a Space Man'

Some legends of spaceflight gathered today (June 20) to pay tribute to one of the best among them: Neil Armstrong, first man on the moon.

Spectacular Sun Storm Sheds Light on Star Formation

A stunning eruption unleashed by the sun two years ago is providing clues about how stars form, scientists say.

Not Just James Gandolfini: Heart Problems Leading Cause of Vacation Deaths

A relaxing summer trip abroad may sound like an unlikely time to have a heart attack, but James Gandolfini's death underscores a sad fact that heart experts have recognized: heart problems are the leading cause of death among people on vacation.

3D Map Reveals Human Brain in Greatest Detail Ever

The postmortem brain of a 65-year-old woman has been transformed into a new 3D map revealing the intricate architecture of the human noggin on a scale finer than a human hair.

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