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What use is worry? Psychologist explains...

March 20, 2020
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UC Berkeley launches landmark $6 billion...

February 29, 2020
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Brain cells protect muscles from wasting away

February 21, 2020
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New helmet design can deal with sports’ twists and...

January 13, 2020
Scientists have mapped the 13 emotions triggered when we listen to music (Graphic by Alan Cowen)

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January 6, 2020
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January 3, 2020
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November 12, 2019
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October 22, 2019
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October 4, 2019
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September 13, 2019
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August 19, 2019
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