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It could be argued that there is no more polarizing composer than Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Both performers and listeners have very different reactions to Mozart's works.

As a microbiologist, I have a pet peeve; when the words bacteria and virus are used interchangeably. It is not an infrequent mistake to see. And, a story this week in the New York Post is no exception.

Alex Berezow wrote about the decision of the California Energy Commission requiring new home construction to have roof-top solar panels.

Hans Rosling died a little over a year ago. He spent his lifetime trying to teach us how facts allow us to separate fear from danger. He is the ultimate debunker and a compelling, thoughtful communicator.

Finally, the hats and gloves can be stowed away. The summer is almost here and it's time to get outside and enjoy the weather. But, this year, more than any other year, our time spent outside may not be as worry-free.

For healthcare to improve, we need to look at the outcomes of our actions and activities, identify the source of our errors and do better.

Most people are stunned when I tell them that, in high school, I took organic chemistry, microbiology, genetics, and anatomy & physiology. But it's 100% true.

Ever the optimist, I long for the day gratuitous personal attacks in the public sphere become passé. But, alas, yesterday was not that day.

Let's pretend that researchers are investigating acts of violence between players during hockey games. And let's further pretend that they are interested in determining if violent behavior has a racial component.

The news that Dr. Oz has been appointed by the President to the President's Council on Sport, Fitness, and Nutrition (PCSFN) shouldn't surprise us.