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Ben Leach
Ben Leach
“You’ll find I’m full of surprises.” Through Scienceline, Ben Leach hopes that you will discover a side of him that is passionate about reporting on science, especially health and medicine, and interest that stems from his academic, professional, and personal experience. Now that he’s done the obligatory serious stuff, he can mention that he’s also an aspiring playwright, a pop culture addict, and an extremely serious collector of all things, especially toys, related to the 1980’s.
Ben Leach • October 31, 2007
Scientists worry that warming waters could endanger the Great Barrier Reef.
Ben Leach • September 17, 2007
- asks Sleepless in San Antonio
Ben Leach • July 13, 2007
NYU researchers track mind and body for early signs of memory decline.
Ben Leach • April 27, 2007
The Unanticipated New Use Of Avandia
Ben Leach • April 4, 2007
Toy Fair 2007 prepares kids to become the scientists of tomorrow.
Ben Leach • March 23, 2007
Extreme heat caused by global warming could be deadly.
My dogs were sprayed by a skunk, and I’ve washed them in hydrogen peroxide and baking soda — but how do I rid my house of the odor?
Ben Leach • March 19, 2007
- asks Frank DeMayo
Ben Leach • February 1, 2007
While the HapMap Project gives hopes to groups like the Amish, some geneticists believe it has taken a wrong turn
Ben Leach • January 11, 2007
A pioneer of genetic screening discusses his early successes and the future of the field.
Ben Leach • December 11, 2006
--asks Anonymous from New Jersey
Ben Leach • December 4, 2006
You've heard about the spray-on condom. Now find out how it works.
Ben Leach • November 3, 2006
New guidelines for clinicians could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of congenital hearing loss.
Ben Leach • September 1, 2006
How Craig's List both helps and hurts a budding journalist