New Theory of the Universe Marries Two of its Biggest Mysteries
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Physicists have devised a theory that unifies two widely studied mysteries of the universe: why there is an imbalance between regular matter and anti-matter (scientists expect to see equal amounts of each, but observe less ...
MIT releases major report on geothermal energy
Jan 22, 2007 |
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A comprehensive new MIT-led study of the potential for geothermal energy within the United States has found that mining the huge amounts of heat that reside as stored thermal energy in the Earth's hard rock crust could supply ...
Sandia develops next generation of screening devices
Jan 22, 2007 |
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It might not be science fiction much longer. Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories are developing the next generation of screening devices that will identify hazardous and toxic materials even if concealed ...
Scientists map air pollution using corn grown in US fields
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Scientists at UC Irvine have mapped fossil fuel air pollution in the United States by analyzing corn collected from nearly 70 locations nationwide.
Researchers: Microwave oven can sterilize sponges, scrub pads
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Microwave ovens may be good for more than just zapping the leftovers; they may also help protect your family.
Nanoscale 'Egg' Kills Tumor Cells with Platinum
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have developed a nanoscale “egg” that could safely deliver platinum, a known anticancer agent, to tumor cells. Tests with this nanoscale egg, which has a hard ...
Americans’ support for a female president is significantly exaggerated, researchers say
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Polls consistently show that about nine of 10 Americans say they would vote for a qualified female presidential candidate. But new research indicates a significant percentage of survey respondents are hiding their true feelings ...
Nano world off the radar for most
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Sunscreens contain nano particles, carbon and titania nanotubes show promise and nano structures are the rage in engineering schools. While the proliferation of nano research may signal a mini revolution, outside the realms ...
Selenium supplements may contribute to reduced HIV viral load
Medicine & Health / HIV & AIDS
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Taking daily selenium supplements appears to increase the level of the essential mineral in the blood and may suppress the progression of viral load in patients with HIV infection, according to an article in the January 22 ...
Evidence of Ancient Galactic Collision Found, Confirmed
Jan 22, 2007 |
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Astronomers surveying the nearby Andromeda galaxy have discovered an association of stars in its outskirts, which they believe to be part of a separate galaxy that merged with Andromeda about 700 million years ...
Human circadian clocks couple to local sun time
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Jan 22, 2007 |
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By assessing the daily activity patterns of thousands of individuals living in different geographical locations, researchers have found evidence that the human circadian clock becomes coupled to so-called local sun time despite ...
A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go to work
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Jan 22, 2007 |
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There will soon be no more bitter pills to swallow, thanks to new research by University of Leeds scientists (UK): a spoonful of sugar will be all we need for our bodies to make their own medicine.
Aerosol pollution slows down winds and reduces rainfall
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Jan 22, 2007 |
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The winds that blow near the surface of the Earth have two beneficial effects: They provide a renewable source of clean energy and they evaporate water, helping rain clouds to build up. But aerosolized particles created from ...
New drugs awaiting discovery in Chinese herbs?
Jan 22, 2007 |
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The first large-scale computer screenings of Chinese herbs -- commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine -- has revealed a wide variety of compounds with potential for use in treating HIV/AIDS, cancer, Alzheimer's Disease, ...
Cells passed from mother to child during pregnancy live on and make insulin
Jan 22, 2007 |
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It has been known for some years that mother and baby exchange stem cells in the course of pregnancy, and that these may live on for many years, apparently tolerated by the new host. The phenomenon is known as microchimerism, ...
