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A fluorescent co-enzyme provides an early indicator of breast cancer and other maladies.

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Targeting Melanoma

A drug based on vegetable compounds shows promise against deadly skin cancer.

September 21, 2009

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Behind the Mask

Penn State researchers look beneath the surface of terrorism to understand what compels and repels individual involvement.

September 14, 2009

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