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Lifelike Models with 'Working Organs' Help Doctors Hone Surgical Skills
By Charles Q. Choi published
Lifelike models of newborns -- as squishy as real babies and with 3D-printed organs -- could help surgeons and nurses train to perform life-saving procedures, researchers say.

Live Science Talks 'Cannibalism' with Author Bill Schutt
By Mindy Weisberger published
Live Science takes a seat at the table with Bill Schutt, author of "Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History."

Having Family for Dinner: 'Cannibalism' Author Dishes
By Stephanie Bucklin published
"Perfectly natural?" The author of a new book about cannibalism talks about this fascinating topic.

Homeschooling Is on the Rise: Here's Why
By Kyle Greenwit published
The number of homeschoolers in America is growing. Who are these new homeschoolers and what's the impact on the public school system?

Nix Homework to Help Students? What the Science Says
By Cari Nierenberg published
A teacher's note instituting a no-homework policy has gone viral. What does the science say about homework?

Sexual Assault on Campus: Why College Freshmen Face Increased Risk
By Laura Geggel published
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