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A nutrition scientist applies metabolism, biology and food science to one of science fiction's oldest questions.

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With 'Disclosure Day,' the director returns to a longtime preoccupation. Two Times staffers explore his ongoing fascination ...

You've seen the famous aliens, planets and scientists, but now it's time to venture even farther into the depths of space.

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