In the latest proof that the oceans continue to offer remarkable findings and much of their vastness remains to be explored, scientists have discovered a unique group of worms that live in the depths of the ocean. Orbs lobbed by the mysterious worms burst into brilliant light, thought to be a defensive measure.

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The oldest complex life forms — living in nutrient-rich oceans more than 540 million years ago — likely fed by osmosis, new research shows.

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Scientists report the design of a painless patch that may someday render hypodermic needles — as well as annual flu shots — a thing of the past. Lined with tiny “microneedles,” these patches could make treatment of diabetes and a wide range of other diseases safer, more effective and less painful. Used as tiny hypodermic [...]

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Confirming a common belief, researchers find that people really do walk in circles when lost

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Confirming a common belief, researchers find that people really do walk in circles when lost

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Confirming a common belief, researchers find that people really do walk in circles when lost

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Glowing green sacs may help deep-sea worms distract predators

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Glowing green sacs may help deep-sea worms distract predators

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Glowing green sacs may help deep-sea worms distract predators

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Brighter, thinner LED displays could lead to flexible TV screens

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