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For Better and Worse, Chimp Minds Much Like Ours
New studies of the brainpower of our closest primate cousins reveal how chimpanzee cognition mirrors—and in some cases surpasses—the capabilities of the human brain, researchers said at the 2013 AAAS Annual Meeting.
Cosmic Rays Born in Exploding Stars
Data collected by the Fermi Space Telescope provide conclusive evidence that supernovae are the source of cosmic rays, an international team of researchers reports in Science.
Georgia Tech Researcher Wins Early Career Award
Baratunde Cola maintains an exceptional research record while partnering with high school and art students to explore the latest findings from the fields of nanotechnology and energy science.
Science Policy
AAAS Joins Diverse Group Against Sequestration
U.S. defense, academic, public health, high-tech, and science groups including AAAS are protesting automatic, broad-axe federal budget cuts set to take effect 1 March.
Education
Pioneering Engineer Wins AAAS Mentor Award
Cato T. Laurencin was honored by AAAS for his transformative impact and scientific contributions toward mentoring students in the field of biomedical engineering.
International
How to Develop Science Diplomacy
Completing its first year of publication, AAAS’s Science & Diplomacy explores a framework for building science diplomacy—and some compelling examples of success.
Public Engagement
Richard Alley Receives Public Engagement Award
Alley was recognized for his effective efforts in communicating climate and polar ice science in television documentaries, books, congressional testimony, and school visits.
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Highlight: Sequestration: The Insider's Guide
Resources from the AAAS Office of Government Relations detail risks to the U.S. research enterprise.
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Highlight: Bring Your Skills to D.C.
Applications for the 2013-2014 class of Science & Technology Policy Fellows are due 5 December.
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