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Science of Valentine’s Past

FEB 14, 2012
The science of ‘I love you.’
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Science of Valentine’s Past lead image

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Ah, Valentine’s Day. It’s an excellent reason to give/enjoy fine chocolates and wonderful gifts. But it’s certainly not a day to ignore science. Inside Science has traditionally paid attention to matters dear to the heart on this special occasion, such as diamonds, chocolate and flowers. Here are two current stories that strike related chords:

Technology to Make Donated Hearts May Beat Much Longer

Space Diamonds Reveal Supernova Origins

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