Science of the Week, 6/6/14

Here are some of the most interesting science news articles I read this week:

Modern ocean acidification is outpacing ancient upheaval


Discovery opens new path to superfast quantum cooling

Turning memories off with a flash of light

Lasers create table-top supernova

Our galaxy may hold 100M complex life-supporting planets

Amber discovery indicates Lyme disease is older than the human race

Pleasant smells increase facial attractiveness

Reducing emissions will be the primary way to fight climate change

Ancient exoplanet could support life