Watch as the Mythbusters explain why inhaling different gases can temporarily change the pitch of your voice:

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Earlier we blogged about Earth’s hot twin, an extrasolar planet that bears striking similarities to our home sweet home. Whether they are scorching gas giants or frozen ice queens, these alien Earths appear to be the next hot focus for cosmological research. That’s where NASA’s newest space telescope comes in. Launched last March, the Kepler Mission has already detected five Earth-like exoplanets (one of which apparently has the same density as Styrofoam!).

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Looks like the pioneering motion-capture technology that made Avatar possible will have applications that go beyond Hollywood. Ford is currently using new motion-capture techniques to help their engineers design vehicles that are more comfortable and safe. Video after jump.

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Treehugger, one of our favorite green technology blogs, reported on this clever little item last week: a cell phone designed to run on Coca-Cola. The device runs on sugary water (yes, Sprite and Pepsi fans, most sodas will work) by breaking down carbohydrates – sugar – and in an electricity-generating chemical reaction. Not only would this type of phone conserve energy and eventually biodegrade, but it also might save you a few calories!

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In Columbus, Ohio, COSI (Center of Science and Industry) is holding a Science career program for boys grades 6-8. The boys will meet professional engineers, discover that engineering can be an exciting and rewarding career, and have a great time learning and meeting new friends. Date: Feb. 13, 2010; Application deadline: Jan 29, 2010. Cost: $25.

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