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A Rice University professor is working on a four-year project exploring an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Q13 FOX (Seattle, KCPQ)Updated 1d ago · First reported Jul 15, 6:28 AM
Tacoma, WA's Point Defiance Zoo closes puffin exhibit after 3 birds die
Why it matters: The closure of the puffin exhibit may impact zoo visitors and potentially affect puffin conservation efforts
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The closure of the puffin exhibit may impact zoo visitors and potentially affect puffin conservation efforts
Investigation into the cause of death, potential reopening of the exhibit, or announcement of future plans
Houston Public MediaA Rice University professor is working on a four-year project exploring an aggressive form of brain cancer.
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