Archive: 02/13/2007
Study: Facial composite systems don't work
U.S. scientists said the use of computer-generated facial composites during criminal investigations don't produce useful images of perpetrators.
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Feb 13, 2007 |
2.8 / 5 (4) |
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Scientists urged to run for school boards
A U.S. science literacy expert says scientists must teach but they also should run -- for local school board seats.
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.2 / 5 (5) |
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U.S. neutron source facility sets records
U.S. scientists are excited with the accomplishments achieved during the first nine months of operations at the Spallation Neutron Source facility.
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.9 / 5 (7) |
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New test distinguishes between two cancers
U.S. scientists have created a two-gene test to distinguish between nearly identical gastrointestinal cancers requiring radically different treatments.
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.6 / 5 (5) |
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Czech doctors: Listeria bacteria spreading
Czech public health officials say listeria bacteria has spread to more food products, killing 14 people across the country.
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.1 / 5 (7) |
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'Do-it-alls versus specialists' studied
A U.S. consumer research scientist says people perceive products that emphasize a single feature as being more effective than those with multiple features.
Feb 13, 2007 |
4 / 5 (3) |
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Disposable uranium ion detector developed
U.S. scientists have developed a disposable sensor for detecting hazardous uranium ions with a sensitivity rivaling more sophisticated lab instruments.
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.3 / 5 (4) |
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Hubble astronauts begin training
The U.S. astronauts selected for the next servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope are beginning their training this week.
Space & Earth / Space Exploration
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.5 / 5 (2) |
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Sony Delivers Living Room PC With Blu-Ray Disc
Sony today introduced a high-definition living room PC with integrated Blu-ray Disc technology.
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.7 / 5 (9) |
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SanDisk Introduces 4GB micro SDHC
SanDisk today introduced a 4-gigabyte microSD High Capacity (SDHC) card —the largest capacity of the world’s smallest removable flash memory card.
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.8 / 5 (11) |
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Building a Molecular Computer Chip
For Dr. Jerry Bernholc, a trip to Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is like a suburbanite’s trek to Costco. Bulk consumption is the name of the game.
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.8 / 5 (10) |
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Love Bugs: Breakthrough Study of Cockroach Sex
Wanted: Mature males looking for a good time. Must have all six legs, strong antennae and love city life. Proclivity to procreate a must. Apply at crack in the bathroom wall, apartment 8B.
Biology /
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.3 / 5 (23) |
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Study reveals value of schizophrenia-related gene variation
University of Iowa researchers have learned more about a genetic variation that is a small risk factor for a mild form of schizophrenia yet also is associated with improved overall survival.
Feb 13, 2007 |
2.7 / 5 (3) |
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Nagging Spouse? You May Have An Excuse For Not Responding
New research findings now appearing online in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology began with a professor's desire to understand why her husband often seemed to ignore her requests for help around the house.
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Feb 13, 2007 |
4.5 / 5 (62) |
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Be careful when using garlic to treat childhood ailments
Parents and practitioners should know more about garlic before using it to treat children, according to a review of data conducted in part by the University of Alberta.
Feb 13, 2007 |
3.7 / 5 (3) |
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