Planetary formation made the news in three different ways this week. Find out how surprising results from studies of a meteorite, a debris field and the planet Venus all shed new light on our own planet's deep history.
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Alcoholism’s Brain Pathway Located By MRI Scans
Alcoholism is a widespread yet poorly understood disease. Discover how a new study locates its roots in the brain and may lead to better treatment. (4:30 min read)
Human History Isn’t a Straight Line – It’s a Tangled Web
Human history is often shown as a neat March of Progress from one species to the next. Find out how DNA testing proves it's much more complicated than that. (4:00 min read time)
Exoplanet Water Common Yet Rare
Exoplanet water has been found on most planets studied but not in the quantities scientists expected. Find out what this means for the search for life in space. (4:30 min read)
The Woman Who Found Out What Stars are Made Of
Find out about the "the most eminent woman astronomer of all time" and why you've never heard of her.
Woman Astronomer Learned What Stars are Made Of
Find out about the "the most eminent woman astronomer of all time" and why you've never heard of her.