A New Planet!  The Youngest Found Yet. 

Astronomers at the Keck Observatory have found a new planet.  Try the link for an "artist's conception".  It would make a great SF cover.  10/20/11
http://www.space.com/13328-youngest-alien-planet-exoplanet-formation.html   

Diagnosing Concussions on the Fly

When that NASCAR driver rolls his car six times, is he dizzy or concussed?  When the quarterback is excavated from the bottom of that thrashing jersey pile, is it safe to send him back in the game?  Researchers have come up with a device that will let medics make a quick, accurate diagnosis. Check the Life's Little Mysteries link below. 
http://www.lifeslittlemysteries.com/radar-device-diagnoses-concussions-athletes-soldiers-1607/

Wiping Out Painful Memories?

Scientists think they've found the key to erasing individual memories.  I'm working on a book about this, called "Shepherd of the Suicides."  It's interesting to see real life catch up to our imaginations.
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health-news/2011/04/29/scientists-fiind-way-to-wipe-out-painful-memories-115875-3092965/