ESA provides space images to Google Earth
Space & Earth / Space Exploration
Nov 16, 2006 |
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The European Space Agency says it will create special content to appear in Google Earth, focusing on such events as volcanic eruptions and dust storms.
Microorganisms one part of the solution to energy problem, says report
Nov 16, 2006 |
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The answer to one of the world's largest problems – the need for clean, renewable sources of energy – might just come from some of the world's smallest inhabitants – bacteria – according to a new report, Microbial Energy ...
Yeast: The secret ingredient that makes a good wine rise to the occasion
Nov 16, 2006 |
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Many wine buffs say that wine is made in the vineyard and that great wines are the result of the soil and climate. However, a University of Western Sydney wine expert reveals the type of yeast used in winemaking can be just ...
Biomarker detects, regulates brain tumors
Nov 16, 2006 |
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U.S. cancer researchers have identified a biomarker for brain tumors that also regulates the spread of intercranial tumors.
Progress made in HIV vaccine development
Medicine & Health / HIV & AIDS
Nov 16, 2006 |
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U.S. researchers report successfully testing two candidate vaccines that may eventually be used together to protect against HIV infection.
Exposure to dioxins influences male reproductive system
Nov 16, 2006 |
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A dioxin toxin contained in the herbicide Agent Orange affects male reproductive health by limiting the growth of the prostate gland and lowering testosterone levels, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found ...
Poor athletic performance linked to vitamin deficiency
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Active individuals lacking in B-vitamins – including college athletes and other elite competitors -- may perform worse during high-intensity exercise and have a decreased ability to repair and build muscle than counterparts ...
Periwinkle can serve as tiny chemical plant
Nov 16, 2006 |
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MIT researchers have discovered a way to manipulate the chemistry taking place in the tiny periwinkle plant to produce novel compounds that could have pharmacological benefits.
Edible food wrap kills deadly E. coli bacteria
Nov 16, 2006 |
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Researchers have improved upon an edible coating for fresh fruits and vegetables by enabling it to kill deadly E. coli bacteria while also providing a flavor-boost to food. Composed of apple puree and oregano ...
Study: aerobics fights brain shrinkage
Nov 16, 2006 |
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A University of Illinois-Urbana study suggests aerobic exercise can help reverse the brain shrinkage that begins around age 40.
What’s in an Isotope? Quite a Lot
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Nov 16, 2006 |
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A new technique developed by researchers at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory now allows scientists to use an isotope of manganese not abundant on Earth to understand the record of millions of years of changes ...
BaBar Re-feathers its Nest
Nov 16, 2006 |
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Like a bird in molt, the BaBar detector is temporarily vulnerable while it acquires better plumage.
DNA Repair Teams’ Motto: 'To Protect and Serve'
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Nov 16, 2006 |
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When you dial 911 you expect rescuers to pull up at your front door, unload and get busy—not park the truck down the street and eat donuts.
Planck instruments ready for integration
Nov 16, 2006 |
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Engineers are ready to begin integrating the scientific instruments into ESA's Planck satellite. The pair of instruments will allow the spacecraft to make the most precise map yet of the relic radiation left ...
NASA Completes Milestone Review of Next Human Spacecraft System
Space & Earth / Space Exploration
Nov 16, 2006 |
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NASA has completed a milestone first review of all systems for the Orion spacecraft and the Ares I and Ares V rockets. The review brings the agency a step closer to launching the nation's next human space vehicle.
