Scientists control mouse brain by remote control

A remote-controlled brain implant that can determine the path a mouse walks is being developed by scientists who hope it could one day be used to treat a range of neurological disorders in humans by wirelessly targeting therapies to specific neural networks. Matthew Stock reports.

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Shoppng mall uses garbage to create a thriving rooftop farm for employees

A Sao Paulo shopping center uses waste to grow vegetables for employees on a roof-top farm, all while reducing its environmental footprint. Sharon Reich has more.

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Thermal therapy at home, with the power of the pros

South Korean scientists create a thin battery-powered mesh made from silver nanowires that generates heat so users can "wrap" therapeutic heat around body parts, instead of going to a doctor or therapist for treatment. Sharon Reich reports.

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NASA reveals new images of Pluto

NASA details the latest images of Pluto collected by its New Horizons mission. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Scientists control mouse brain by remote control

A remote-controlled brain implant that can determine the path a mouse walks is being developed by scientists who hope it could one day be used to treat a range of neurological disorders in humans by wirelessly targeting therapies to specific neural networks. Matthew Stock reports.

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Northern Lights rocket launch could solve GPS interference

Rocket containing multi-needle probe is fired into the Northern Lights to unlock the secrets behind Aurora Borealis and solve the interference caused to navigation systems by electron clouds. Jim Drury reports.

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Australian team wins robot world cup championship

An Australian team takes top prize at the 19th RoboCup games in China, where international teams put their programming to the test on the football field. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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