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Solar energy tower [CREDIT: WIKIPEDIA]
Solar energy tower [CREDIT: WIKIPEDIA]

A Brighter Energy Future

One physicist’s view on what we need to do.

By Jeremy Hsu, December 11th, 2006

The Barefoot College

An innovative project uses solar power to empower the poor.

By Jeremy Hsu, November 9th, 2006

Food for Chickens, Poison for Man

A widespread farming practice is adding arsenic to the food chain.

By Melinda Wenner, September 20th, 2006

The Smoky Screen

Smoking imagery in films might be fueling an unhealthy habit among kids.

By Andrew Klein, September 11th, 2006

Stray Voltage Still on the Loose

New York City’s power utility seeks ways to lessen the danger.

By Bob Grant, August 4th, 2006

Sunbathers Take Out the Trash

A beach may replace the sanitation department in Manhattan’s meatpacking district.

By Melissa Mahony, July 31st, 2006

Scientist With a Cause

George Thurston battles asthma in the Bronx.

By Melissa Mahony, July 19th, 2006

Fighting Malaria with Math

A new formula might help curb the spread of the deadly disease.

By Andrew Klein, July 11th, 2006

Hepatitis B Widespread in NYC Asians

Researchers suggest intervention is needed in immigrant populations.

By Melissa Mahony, July 11th, 2006

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