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Newly Discovered Dinosaur Helps Explain Rise Of Tyrannosaurs
Eighty million years ago, tyrannosaurs were the top predators in Asia and North America.And scientists say a newly discovered dinosaur from Uzbekistan… -
On Pi Day, Let's Gawk At The Beauty And Controversy Of The Math Constant
Mathematician Carlos Castillo-Chavez says that pi is so important to math that using its simple, geometric definition denies its greater powers.“[Pi]… -
No-Drill Dentistry: Fluoride Treatments Can Prevent Cavities In Adults
If the high-pitched whir of a dentist’s drill as it bores into your molar terrifies you, good news! There could be fewer fillings in your future. A… -
Canine Or Cuisine? This Photo Meme Is Fetching
We here at The Salt like to bring you serious journalistic tails from the world of food. But hey, we like to unleash our silly side, too — and like the… -
Gastronomy Of Genius: History's Great Minds And The Foods that Fueled Them
Genius and food have a lot in common. Both nurture, inspire and occasionally intimidate. Some appeal to almost everyone instantly. Others are acquired… -
After angry moms fault counseling, genetics society cites its ethics code
The National Society of Genetic Counselors issued a statement affirming its ethics code, after a New England Center for Investigative Reporting story… -
The World's First Phone Call Happened In Boston
The 100 block of Court Street looks like a lot of places in Boston. There’s a bunch of tall buildings, a 7-Eleven, a bank, and a T stop nearby. It also… -
WATCH: Shadow Of The Moon Crosses Earth During Solar Eclipse
On March 9, a total solar eclipse was perfectly visible in Indonesia. Alaska, Hawaii, parts of southeast Asia and some of Australia got a partial view.The… -
After Angry Moms Fault Counseling, Genetics Society Cites Its Ethics Code
The National Society of Genetic Counselors issued a statement affirming its ethics code, after a New England Center for Investigative Reporting story… -
'Body Hacking' Movement Rises Ahead Of Moral Answers
A curious crowd lingered around Amal Graafstra as he carefully unpacked a pair of gloves, a small sterile blanket and a huge needle. A long line of people…