Scientists discover water is sticky on a small scale
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When water vapor condenses in a nano-sized space between two surfaces, the liquid behaves more like solid ice than liquid water, even at room temperature. This solidification causes water to exert such a strong ...
New 'metal sandwich' may break superconductor record
May 08, 2006 |
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After an exhaustive data search for new compounds, researchers at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering have discovered a theoretical "metal sandwich" that is expected to be a good superconductor. Superconductive ...
Breakthrough: Scientists used nanotubes to send signals to nerve cells
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
May 08, 2006 |
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Texas scientists have added one more trick to the amazing repertoire of carbon nanotubes -- the ability to carry electrical signals to nerve cells.
Classified MoD report reveals the secrets behind UFOs
May 08, 2006 |
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Experts have uncovered a secret Ministry of Defence (MoD) report asserting that UFOs exist, explaining the phenomena and assessing the security threat they may pose to the UK. The report was unearthed by academics ...
Nokia N80 gets best in mobile image device
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
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Nokia announced Monday that its Nokia N80 was voted Best Mobile Imaging Device in Europe 2006 by the Technical Image Press Association.
Robots manipulating animal behaviour
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A pet dog sits on command, but nobody expects an insect to follow human instructions. So it may come as a surprise to learn that researchers recently succeeded in controlling cockroaches with tiny mobile robots. ...
12-qubits reached in quantum information quest
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In the drive to understand and harness quantum effects as they relate to information processing, scientists in Waterloo and Massachusetts have benchmarked quantum control methods on a 12-Qubit system. Their research was performed ...
Hydrogen fuel cells become faster and greener with new catalyst
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Hydrogen fuel cells powered by methanol are a promising option for reducing the nation’s nearly 200 billion-gallon-per-year gasoline habit. But, making the technology a reality requires catalysts that speed up the chemical ...
Breathing Moonrocks
May 08, 2006 |
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An early, persistent problem noted by Apollo astronauts on the Moon was dust. It got everywhere, including into their lungs. Oddly enough, that may be where future Moon explorers get their next breath of air: ...
Lying Is Exposed By Micro-Expressions We Can't Control
May 08, 2006 |
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When trying to lie your way through any situation, keep a tight rein on your zygo maticus major and your orbicularis oculi. They'll give you away faster than a snitch. So says social psychologist Mark Frank, whose revolut ...
Physics in Universe's Youth
May 08, 2006 |
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Using a quasar located 12.3 billion light-years away as a beacon, a team of astronomers detected the presence of molecular hydrogen in the farthest system ever, an otherwise invisible galaxy that we observe ...
Cutting calories slightly can reduce aging damage
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A lifelong habit of trimming just a few calories from the daily diet can do more than slim the waistline — a new study shows it may help lessen the effects of aging.
Nanotube Sandwiches Could Lead To Better Composite Materials
May 08, 2006 |
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By stacking layers of ceramic cloth with interlocking nanotubes in between, a team of researchers has created new composites with significantly improved properties compared to traditional materials. The “nanotube ...
GPS Becomes Ubiquitous
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GPS – (Global Positioning System) is everywhere these days. Once the jealously guarded domain of the military, it now helps even granny find her way to market.
Extensional tectonics in Tempe Terra
Space & Earth / Space Exploration
May 08, 2006 |
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These images, taken by the High Resolution Stereo Camera (HRSC) on board ESA's Mars Express spacecraft, show the tectonic 'grabens' in Tempe Terra, a geologically complex region that is part of the old Martian ...
