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| Sept. 16, 2002 |
Genetics of Aging
What can the lowly housefly teach your students about the genetics of aging? Find out in this article for the classroom. Related Riverdeep activities: Genes and Dominance |
| Sept. 2, 2002 |
Visionary Science
Cutting-edge experimental procedures, such as an artificial retinal chip and cameras wired directly to the brain, are being tested as treatments for retinal degenerative diseases. Related Riverdeep activity: How Do We See? |
| Sept. 2, 2002 |
Gearing Up
This article on spiralling school supply costs features a section on health concerns related to increasingly heavy student backpacks. Related Riverdeep activity: Calculating Percent Increases |
| June 18, 2002 |
Wildfires
This year's wildfire season has started aggressively with fierce blazes forcing thousands to evacuate their homes. Related Riverdeep activities: Energy Directions, Graphing Ordered Pairs, Health and the Respiratory System |
| May 13, 2002 |
Healing with Honey
It's sticky, gooey, and sugary, but scientists studying honey are finding that there's more to it than a sweet flavor. Related Riverdeep activity: Percentages |
| April 15, 2002 |
On the Run
 It takes training and endurance to cross the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Find out more from four-time winner Bill Rodgers. Related Riverdeep activities: The Circulatory System and Health: The Effect of Exercise, Fitness and the Heart |
| March 4, 2002 |
Bug Medicine
Leeches and maggots, healing treatments of yesteryear, make a comeback and find their way into modern medical science. Related Riverdeep activity: The Circulatory System |
| Feb. 4, 2002 |
Changing the Blueprint
The heated debate over human cloning continues as the U.S. Senate tries to decide whether human cloning should be allowed for any reason. We look at the applications and ethics of cloning. Related Riverdeep activities: The Genetic Material, Genetic Engineering |
| Jan. 21, 2002 |
What the Nose Knows
Fresh coffee, roses, hot dogs... how do our noses pick up so many different odors? Find out about all things olfactory — in the animal kingdom, too. Related Riverdeep activities: Graham's Law, Lenses and Vision |
| Dec. 31, 2001 |
Get Some Sleep
Most adolescents don't get enough sleep. Do you? Missing out on sleep can cause unexpected problems. We look at how much sleep you need and how to catch up on missed sleep time.Related Riverdeep activities: Blood Pressure and Circulation, Converting Fractions to Percents |
| Dec. 17, 2001 |
Breathing Easy
This article is written for teachers for use in the classroom. See how understanding asthma can give your students an interesting context for looking at the human respiratory system. Related Riverdeep activities: Health and the Respiratory System — Asthma and Emphysema |
| Dec. 10, 2001 |
On the Other Hand
There's more to being left-handed than just writing with your left hand. Related Riverdeep activity: What Is a Trait? |
| Dec. 3, 2001 |
Cloning Controversy
No two fingerprints are alike. Could recent developments in human cloning change that? Investigate with this Riverdeep article, written for teachers for use in the classroom. Related Riverdeep activities: Principles of Genetics, Genetic Engineering, Molecular Biology (DNA) |
| Nov. 26, 2001 |
Flu Season Is Coming
Flu season has arrived, and once again there is a shortage of vaccines. Related Riverdeep activities: Catching the Flu, Matrix Multiplication |
| Nov. 5, 2001 |
Coming Ashore
Why do dolphins and whales come ashore? A marine veterinarian helps us investigate the phenomenon of stranding. Related Riverdeep activities: Exploring Direct Variation |
| Oct. 15, 2001 |
Sweet Dreams
Recent studies may help scientists learn more about how dreams form. Related Riverdeep activities: Write for Your Life, Writing Trek, Blood Pressure and Circulation |
| Sept. 17, 2001 |
West Nile Virus: Still with Us
Is West Nile Virus a threat? Let this comprehensive article written for the classroom guide your investigation. Related Riverdeep activities: Introducing a Virus, Data Displays, Exploring Bar Graphs, Snack-O-Gram |
| August 20, 2001 |
Cutting through the Smog
NASA satellite images reveal an Earth where air pollution knows no boundaries. Related Riverdeep activities: Inhalation and Exhalation, Gas Exchange, Health and the Respiratory System: Asthma, Health and the Respiratory System: Emphysema, Fueling Photosynthesis with Carbon Dioxide and Water |
| August 8, 2001 |
Racing into Bicycling
A high school student discovers the benefits of bicycling. Related Riverdeep activities: Fitness and the Heart, Controlling Blood Flow, Blood Flow Rate, Blood Pressure
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| July 30, 2001 |
Research Versus Animal Rights
Explore the debate over the use of animals in medical research and write a persuasive essay in response. Related Riverdeep activities: Write for Your Life Persuasive Essay |
| July 16, 2001 |
The Price of AIDS
Learn how AIDS is going to effect our global future in many ways. Related Riverdeep activities: Essentials of Percents, Factors Affecting Population Growth, Introducing a Virus |
| April 16, 2001 |
New Leads against Food Poisoning
The combination of two high-tech tools—DNA fingerprinting and a nationwide food poisoning network—enables health officials to locate the source of food poisoning. Related Riverdeep activity: DNA Fingerprinting |
| Apr 10, 2001 |
Smart Food
As funny as it sounds, eating a nutritious lunch can change your life. |
| Mar. 1, 2001 |
Corralling Mad Cow Disease
Explore whether the United States is at risk of a mad cow epidemic. |
| Feb. 21, 2001 |
The Science of Creativity
Changing your perspective can help unlock creative genius. Related Riverdeep activity: Fitness and the Heart |
| Feb. 14, 2001 |
Love That Chocolate
Chocolate not only tastes good, but it makes us feel good, too. Related Riverdeep activities: Talking Walls: Maya Murals, The Circulatory System |
| Feb. 7, 2001 |
Sounding the Alarm
Noise pollution has become a way of life and a growing health problem. Related Riverdeep activity: Wave Energy vs. Amplitude |
| Nov. 27, 2000 |
Reducing Smog
Mexico City has made significant strides in reducing urban smog, showing that communities can work to make a difference in the quality of the air they breathe. Related Riverdeep activities: Inhalation and Exhalation, Gas Exchange, Health and the Respiratory System: Asthma, Health and the Respiratory System: Emphysema, Fueling Photosynthesis with Carbon Dioxide and Water |
| Nov. 8, 2000 |
Lead Poisoning: From Beethoven to Ducks
A new study shows that Beethoven suffered from lead poisoning, which now also affects wildlife. Related Riverdeep activities: Functions of the Circulatory System, Periodic Table Tool |
| Oct. 18, 2000 |
The Dimensions of Dyslexia
There have been recent strides in understanding the problems and anatomy of the learning disability known as dyslexia. |
| Oct. 13, 2000 |
Preparing for the Flu
People of all ages can benefit from flu shots. Related Riverdeep activities: Asthma, Health and Diseases, Health and the Respiratory System: Emphysema |
| Sept. 18, 2000 |
The Year of the Wildfires
The wildland acres going up in flames across America endanger communities and ecosystems. Related Riverdeep activities: Energy Directions, Health and the Respiratory System: Asthma, Health and the Respiratory System: Emphysema, Graphing Ordered Pairs |
| Sept. 8, 2000 |
By Leaps and Bounds
From birth through adolescence, the body grows remarkably. Related Riverdeep activity: Spurting Up |
| Sept. 5, 2000 |
Smart Food
Eating a nutritious lunch can change your life. |
| Aug. 18, 2000 |
Tracking the West Nile Virus
Following the footsteps of a mysterious illness leads to an unexpected—and serious—discovery. Related Riverdeep activity: Introducing a Virus |
| July 21, 2000 |
Reading the Human Genome
Ethical issues arise as scientists finish mapping the complex code in human DNA. Related Riverdeep activities: Mapping DNA, From Protein to DNA, The Human Genome Database |
| July 12, 2000 |
Summer Fitness
Staying fit takes effort, even in summer. Related Riverdeep activity: Fitness and the Heart |
| July 5, 2000 |
New Hope for Diabetics
Treatment for diabetes moves beyond insulin injections. Related Riverdeep activity: The Circulatory System and Health: The Effect of Exercise |
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| June
21, 2000 |
Achieving
Athletic Excellence
Keeping student athletes focused and motivated challenges many coaches.
Related
Riverdeep activities: Fitness and the Heart |
| June
19, 2000 |
Starving
Cancer
New cancer treatment shows promise in shrinking tumors. Related
Riverdeep activity: Blood Supply |
| June
13, 2000 |
20/20 Vision
The photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) procedure uses a laser to shape
the cornea and improve vision. Related
Riverdeep activities: How Do We See?, Variation of Radius
of Curvature |
| June
8, 2000 |
The Future
of Frog Dissection
Learning about a frog's anatomy now can take place online. Related
Riverdeep activity: Heart Attack! |
| June
5, 2000 |
You
Are What You Eat
A report warns teens about eating too much junk food and helps them
calculate their body mass index. Related
Riverdeep activities: Blood Pressure and Circulation, Heart
Problems |
| May
30, 2000 |
Thanks for
the Memory
Acronyms and other memory "tricks" actually help us remember information.
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| May
25, 2000 |
Human Genome
Update
Unlocking the secrets contained in human DNA helps in the treatment
of disease.
Related Riverdeep activities: Mapping DNA, From Protein to
DNA, The Human Genome Database |
| May
16, 2000 |
Turn Down
that Music!
As some have discovered, loud sounds damage sensitive cells inside
the ear. Related
Riverdeep activities: Energy in the String, Wave Energy vs.
Amplitude, Energy & Power |
| May
8, 2000 |
Pushing
the Panic Button
When fear takes control, it becomes a problem. Related
Riverdeep activity: A Pressure Control Mechanism |
| May
3, 2000 |
Preventing
Lyme Disease
A serious tick-borne illness infects animals and humans alike. Related
Riverdeep activity: Cardiac Disorder |
| Apr.
27, 2000 |
Urban Sprawl
Changes Landscape
Tension between developers and environmentalists heightens as urban
centers reach outward. Related
Riverdeep activity: Health and Respiratory System: Asthma
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| Apr.
19, 2000 |
Hold the
Milk, Wheat, Eggs, and Soy
Certain foods cause allergic reactions in a percentage of the population.
Related
Riverdeep activities: The Mechanism of Breathing, Health and
the Respiratory System: Asthma |
| Apr.
11, 2000 |
Cardiac
News
Researchers identify a cause of unexpected heart attacks. Related
Riverdeep activities: The Cardiovascular System and Health:
Heart Disease, Blood Pressure and Circulation, The Circulatory System
and Health: The Effect of Exercise |
| Mar.
24, 2000 |
When Food
Bites Back
The bacteria or viruses that cause food poisoning hide, then attack.
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| Mar.
22, 2000 |
MIAs Top Priority
during Cohen's Vietnam Visit
The Secretary of Defense's historic visit attempts to resolve the
cases of soldiers missing in action. Related
Riverdeep activity: DNA Fingerprinting |
| Mar.
14, 2000 |
America
Debates Genetically Modified Food
Concerns abound in the farming and scientific communities about the
advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified foods. Related
Riverdeep activity: Genetic Engineering |
| Feb.
28, 2000 |
RSI Awareness
Day: Because Work Shouldn't Hurt
Repetitive strain injury affects knitters, musicians, dentists, and
computer nerds. |
| Feb.
24, 2000 |
Peanuts:
A Genuine Treasure
George Washington Carver's efforts unleash the power of the peanut.
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| Feb.
10, 2000 |
Supercomputer
Sleuth: Tracking the Eve Virus
Scientists trace the origins of the virus that causes AIDS. Related
Riverdeep activities: Mutant Music, Natural Mutations
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| Feb.
10, 2000 |
You Light Up
My Life
Winter affects mood, appetite, and personality, but where there's
light, there's hope. Related
Riverdeep activity: The Role of Light in Photosynthesis
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| Feb.
9, 2000 |
Lawsuit
Blames Home Pesticide for Ills
Persistent health problems result when home is no longer a safe haven.
Related
Riverdeep activities: Gas Exchange, Flow of the Blood, Natural
Mutations, Chemical Mutagens |
| Feb.
4, 2000 |
Infectious Diseases
among Wildlife
Animals are infected by a growing number of microorganisms.
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| Feb.
1, 2000 |
Pets Provide
More Than Companionship
Dogs, cats, and even horses boost mental and physical health. Related
Riverdeep activities: Blood Pressure and Circulation, The
Circulatory System and Health: The Effect of Exercise |
| Jan.
19, 2000 |
A Flu Season
to Remember?
A serious flu outbreak hospitalizes hundreds of thousands. Related
Riverdeep activities: The Human Respiratory System, First
Look: Respiratory System, Health and Diseases |
| Jan.
7, 2000 |
Dilemmas
of the New Genetics
An active GRPR gene may increase the susceptibility to lung cancer.
Related
Riverdeep activities: Genetic Code, Genetic Engineering (introductory),
Genetic Engineering (advanced), The Human Genome Database
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| Dec.
13, 1999 |
Chromosome
22 Sequence Finished
What scientists are finding as they complete the first sequence of
human DNA has important implications. Related
Riverdeep activities: Mapping DNA, Genetic Engineering (introductory),
Genetic Engineering (advanced) |
| Nov.
17, 1999 |
Asthma in the Workplace
Occupational asthma, or asthma related to one's job, is on the rise.
Related
Riverdeep activities: Anatomy of the Respiratory System, The
Mechanism of Breathing, Basic Anatomy and Function, Breathing, Health
and the Respiratory System: Asthma, Health and Diseases |
| July
20, 1999 |
Elton John
Gets Pacemaker
This musician's heart rocks audiences. Related
Riverdeep activities: Cardiovascular System and Health: Heart
Disease, The Heart: Electrocardiogram, Natural Pacemaker Cells, An
Artificial Pacemaker |
| June
9, 1999 |
GM Foods
Called "Frankenstein" foods, genetically modified foods hold promise,
but spark concern. Related
Riverdeep activities: Genetic Engineering, Chemical Mutagens
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| Apr.
5, 1999 |
Cystic
Fibrosis Treatment
Gene Therapy causes improvement: A nasal spray is found to correct
some cells in the airways of cystic fibrosis patients. Related
Riverdeep activity: Cystic Fibrosis, Human Genome Database
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