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The second War of the Worlds

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Microbial cross-contamination has been a concern of Mars probes ever since H.G. Wells's 'The War of the Worlds'. It's pure speculation whether Martian microbes would thrive or choke in Earth's relatively rich biosphere, and doubtful that Earthly microbes could survive the harsh Martian environment.

Author: Rennie, John
Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 2000
Editorial, Cover Story, Environmental aspects, Criticism and interpretation, Mars (Planet), Martian atmosphere, War of the Worlds (Book), Mars probes

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Defining dyslexia

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Dyslexia has been defined as difficulty in learning to read, but the criteria for remedial assistance for school children varies in each state. Educators want to standardize measuring techniques, and hope to set up mainstreaming programs rather than separating dyslexic children.

Author: Rennie, John
Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1992
Social aspects, Diagnosis, Dyslexia, Learning disabilities, Learning disorders, Perception, Disorders of, Perceptual distortion

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Living together

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Parasites and hosts have developed unusual strategies to adapt to their special relationships. Snails of the genus Succinea parasitized by Leucochloridium become prey for birds when the parasite in the snail moves into the eyestocks, causing them to resemble caterpillars.

Author: Rennie, John
Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1992
Research, Analysis, Parasitism, Host-parasite relationships, Snails, Parasitological research

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