A Sampling of Clips for January 23 - 24, 2002
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Catching stellar views
The Christian Science Monitor, Jan. 24, Pg.14 -- Using adaptive optics, scientists can now reduce the light cast by stars and see hidden planets. (Quotes UCSD Dr. Sabine Frink).

Protein May Be Key to Aging
AP Online, Jan. 23 -- Scientists have identified a stretchy protein associated with the ravages of aging and chronic diseases such as emphysema. (Quotes UCSD Dr.Tomoyuki Nakamura).

Researchers work to eradicate Rubella in Western Hemisphere
The Ottawa Citizen, Jan. 23, Pg. A12 -- Rubella (German measles) has nearly been eradicated in the United States by vaccinations and the same goal may be within reach in the Western Hemisphere. (Mentions UCSD research).

Illegal migration doubled in '90s
Orange County Register, Jan 24 -- U.S. Census Bureau estimates are fast becoming central in the debate over immigration reforms in a county where illegal immigration has long been a hot topic. (Quotes UCSD visiting researcher Alan Kessler).

One big primary day helps many candidates
The Christian Science Monitor, Jan. 23, Letters to the editor -- The closer we shift to a single-shot national primary, the more we will allow the people's choice to prevail over the insider's choice. (UCSD political science professor Mathew Shugart).