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Science Daily: The Oldest Homo Sapiens

For Students 9th - 10th
The oldest fossils of modern humans (Homo Sapiens) found near Omo Kibish, Ethiopia, have been identified as being approximately 196,000 years old. This article points out the amazing significance of these findings.
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This research-oriented news source is devoted to reporting new developments in science, technology, and medicine. Includes video.
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Science Daily: Flatworms Are Oldest Living Ancestors

For Students 9th - 10th
Scientists say that flatworms are the oldest living ancestors of those of us that have right and left sides - that means you!
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Science Daily: Algal Heat Damage and Coral Bleaching

For Students 9th - 10th
Article identifies elevated water temperature as a cause of coral bleaching due to loss of photosynthetic ability in symbiotic algae.
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Science Daily: Earliest Baby Girl Ever Discovered

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a good overview of the exciting find of a three-year-old girl skeleton dating from 3.3 million years ago as well as the significant scientific contributions of this find.
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Science Daily: Caution Required for Gulf Oil Spill Clean Up

For Students 9th - 10th
A bioremediation expert cautions against the concentration of detergents and other chemicals used to clean up oil spills. The clean-up can be a nightmare of its own when toxic agents are used.
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Science Daily: Lou Gehrig's Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from Science Daily discusses a virus found in the nervous system of Lou Gehrig's Disease victims and it's possible cause.