This Week in Science

Space

Space shuttle finally launches. CBC, BBC, WP, NYT, LAT, Reuters, CSM, CNN, AP


Stem Cells

Scientists identify genes that convert adult cells into embryonic stem cells. ScienceNOW

Disgraced South Korean scientist admits to faking some data. Reuters, BBC, AP, AP


Animals

People are fighting over the remains of Bruno the German bear. Nature


HIV/AIDS

Single pill with 3 anti-HIV drugs approved for use in poor countries. NYT

Canadian study disputes link between mercury-containing vaccines and autism. BBC, CBC

Caloric restriction helps keep muscles young. CBC


Technology

Microsoft’s version of the iPod to be in stores by the Holidays. NYT, Reuters


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