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Surely by now we’ve outgrown the soul?
Although no branch of scientific thought has all the answers, we have known for some time that there is no theoretical need to look outside of the human body for a explanation of the many and varied phenomena that we collectively refer to as ‘consciousness’.
Martha Robinson,
Independent, 16 October 2011
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Can a gold mine save a village?
With the price of gold likely to break $2000 an ounce, and with rising sovereign debt, can Romania afford to choose eco-friendly tourism over the one chance locals have of saving their livelihoods and boosting the country's economy?
Kirk Leech,
Huffington Post, 1 October 2011
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The End of Evil?
Neuroscientists suggest there is no such thing. Are they right?
Ron Rosenbaum,
Slate, 30 September 2011
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Rat cyborg gets digital cerebellum
An artificial cerebellum has restored lost brain function in rats, bringing the prospect of cyborg-style brain implants a step closer to reality
Linda Geddes,
New Scientist, 28 September 2011
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The power of infinity
How will mankind keep the lights on and the temperature down?
Economist, 17 September 2011
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Difference Engine: Disaster waiting to happen
Critics point out, with some justification, that California’s energy strategy of focusing on conservation and expanding intermittent sources of renewable energy—while ignoring the urgent need for more base-load generating capacity close to big cities—was the primary cause of the grid failure.
Economist, 16 September 2011
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