Science
Fear of rare meningitis strain helps drive vaccine sales
Outbreak drove up sales, but vaccination likely unnecessary.
Science
Four underappreciated ways that climate change could make hurricanes worse
As the global warming-hurricane debate heats up, here are a few less-discussed ways storms could transform.
Local
U researchers help food companies track sustainability of corn
Breakthrough will help processors, farmers gauge true cost of raising crop.
West Metro
Benilde, St. John's U grad blasts into space
Astronaut Mark Vande Hei reached the International Space Station, which he will call home for nearly 6 months.
Science
Scientists: Pacific Northwest can expect more and bigger fires
The recent wildfires are a preview of what's to come, scientists say.
Science
HealthPartners, U will study the role of childhood stress in adult disease
A group of Minnesota families that tested an approach to preventing child obesity several years ago is being recruited for the new research.
Nation
'Zombie' coyotes reportedly seen in Chicago suburbs
The wild animals are believed to be suffering from a contagious disease, and the ghoulish nickname comes from the condition's effects on behavior and appearance,
Science
Hold that corn dog: Minnesota obesity is on the rise
After declining slightly between 2014 and 2015, the share of Minnesotans who describe themselves as obese edged up to an all-time high of 27.8 percent in 2016.
Science
Lab-made 'mini-organs' helping doctors treat cystic fibrosis
The tiny replicas are helping scientists unravel how organs mature and providing clues on how certain diseases might be treated.
Local
Minnesota lakes holding their own against pollution
Billions in spending aiding the fight against threats like runoff, warming climate.
Local
Leech Lake solar garden is first in nation linked to energy assistance program
Solar garden is first in nation linked to an energy assistance program
Science
Gut bacteria may play role in fighting MS, Mayo researcher says
Dr. Joseph Murray and colleagues from Mayo and the University of Iowa detailed that one of a series of poorly understood gut microbes known as Prevotella bacteria might inhibit the immune system's role in causing MS.
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