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Government Program Opens Access to Scientific Studies

By David Malakoff

Published February 3, 2005 at 12:00 AM EST

The government unveils a plan to help consumers get free access to health studies funded by taxpayers.

David Malakoff

Nicknamed "Scoop" in high school, David Malakoff joined NPR in December of 2004 as the technology and science correspondent for NPR’s science desk. His stories about how science and technology impact people’s daily lives can be heard on all NPR news programs.

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A Snake Hunter's Search for 'Lowly Things'

David Malakoff

Venomous snakes bite thousands of people every year. Kate Jackson survived a bite and has written a book — Mean and Lowly Things — detailing her journey from a Canadian childhood to a life chasing snakes in Central Africa.
Ocean Fishing May Spread 'Runt' Genes

David Malakoff

Evolution doesn't always happen on a million-year time scale. Sometimes it happens before our eyes. One example: tiny fish who slip through commercial nets are filling genetic pools with "runt" genes.
Whitewater Death Brings New Helmet Design

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After his 22-year-old son Lucas died during a whitewater kayaking trip, Gil Turner took a closer look at one important piece of gear: the helmet. Turner partnered with engineering students to build a better helmet -- and change industry standards in the process.