cover story
How's the Water?
Research wades into some muddy issues. by Angela Spivey, Christopher Hammond, & Julia Bryan

departments
Newsmakers
Magnetic stars, a melanoma SWAT team, and a new threat from AIDS.

Dialogue
Research and medical records: Do you know who's viewing your vitals?

In Print
Seashells by the book & Frankie's revenge.

Vita
A money man with much to tell, more to remember. by Mark Briggs

Endview
A river in bloom.

features
Why She Sank
An American ship. A German spy. A Russian interrogation. by Mark Briggs

When Spirits Cloud the Mind
What makes alcohol so sweet to some? by Angela Spivey

Let it Rock
Shaking up the conservatoire. by Julia Bryan

Pain for All to See
An anesthesiologist looks at art that smarts. by Meg Bartow

Room for Research
Easing the Squeeze. by Christopher Hammond

Kids Get the Picture
Changing the focus for students at risk. by Angela Spivey

Sunscreen from the Sea
Creatures that protect themselves and humans too. by Catherine House