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CBS News - Science
William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson: When stars collide -- When the "Star Trek" actor and America's favorite astrophysicist share the stage, sparks can fly on an astronomical level. They talk about their bromance built on an appreciation of science and curiosity.
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William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson: Star power -- When "Star Trek" legend William Shatner and America's favorite astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson share the stage, sparks can fly on an astronomical level. They talk with Luke Burbank about their bromance built on an appreciation of science; the two-man show ("The Universe Is Absurd!") that grew out of a trip to the South Pole; and how curiosity about the cosmos can help keep one young.3 hours ago
"White nose syndrome" killing millions of bats -- A deadly fungal disease called "white nose syndrome" is sweeping across North America, wiping out millions of bats. Dave Malkoff goes underground in North Carolina as scientists race to save these vital creatures.3 hours ago
Study on breast cancer and birth control shows how science can be distorted -- The study sought to answer questions about how breast cancer risk differs by type of hormonal contraceptive. Doctors say the results won't change how they counsel patients. -- Nov 153 hours ago
World's largest-known spider's web discovered in cave in Greece -- The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its smaller neighbor. -- Nov 141 day ago
Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns -- Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance. -- Nov 111 day ago
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's -- Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's - a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research. -- Nov 93 hours ago
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ -- Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life. -- Nov 83 hours ago
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97 -- James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old. -- Nov 75 days ago
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi -- "You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems. -- Nov 78 days ago