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<jats:p> In a <jats:ext-link xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" ext-link-type="uri" xlink:href="http://www.sciencemag.org/cgi/content/abstract/science.1197258">paper</jats:ext-link> published online by <jats:italic>Science</jats:italic> this week, researchers describe GFAJ-1, a bacterial strain that they say can replace the phosphorus in its key biomolecules, including DNA, with the legendary poison arsenic. </jats:p>

<jats:p> <jats:italic>Science</jats:italic> NOW reported this week on a new creature dubbed the "squidworm," a black hole that may hold clues to extra dimensions, a backwardly aging mouse, and a giant eruption that wasn't so giant, among other stories. </jats:p>

<jats:p>At an intense meeting last week at the National Academies in Washington, D.C., a blue-ribbon panel asked by Congress to recommend how the country's research universities can bolster the nation's well-being spent a day and a half in public discussion with several dozen leaders in higher education, followed by a day of private deliberations aimed at producing a final report next summer.</jats:p>

<jats:p> <jats:italic>Science</jats:italic> Insider reported this week that the Howard Hughes Medical Institute is holding a competition to support the research programs of early-career scientists trained in the United States who have now returned home, among other stories. </jats:p>

<jats:p>In a period of avowed austerity in Washington, D.C., can the government spark a technological revolution in energy without raiding the U.S. Treasury? A new report embraced by the White House says yes.</jats:p>

<jats:p>A fast-growing economy and oil discoveries are propelling Brazil's research to new heights. But scientific leaders must overcome a weak education system and a low-impact track record.</jats:p>

<jats:p>Three years ago, a drill bit struck immense oil deposits deep off the coast of Brazil. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva promised to use the oil revenue for education and public health. But Brazil's R&amp;D sector has been first to benefit.</jats:p>

<jats:p>Brazil must overcome deep social divisions in order to achieve its dream of becoming a major player in scientific research. Many say the task must begin with improving public schools, where poorly paid teachers offer rote lessons.</jats:p>