Your Genomic Story Awaits at Smithsonian
Exhibit returns to unravel the complexities of humans' shared genetics
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What Five Hollywood Horror Sensations Have in Common With Real Parasites
The big screen gives parasites a bad rap, but they’re not as bad as you think
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The Story Behind the New 8,000-Pound Quartz at the Smithsonian
A one-of-a-kind natural quartz now welcomes visitors to the natural history museum
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Get to Know the Biologist Who Identifies Bats by the Color of Their Poop
Melissa Ingala studies how the bacteria living in bat guts help them stay healthy
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