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Thoroughly moderate America

Other Sciences / Other

created Oct 29, 2008 | popularity 3 / 5 (1) | comments 2

(PhysOrg.com) -- The global credit crunch and Barack Obama's neutralisation of the 'religious right' in America are likely to sweep him to an historic victory in the US elections, according to an expert at The University ...


Researcher shows proteins have controlled motions

Biology /

created Aug 27, 2008 | popularity 4.4 / 5 (8) | comments 0

(PhysOrg.com) -- Iowa State University researcher Robert Jernigan believes that his research shows proteins have controlled motions. Most biochemists traditionally believe proteins have many random, uncontrolled movements.





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Intel wants a chip implant in your brain

Technology / Hi Tech

created Nov 23, 2009 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (24) | comments 43

(PhysOrg.com) -- Computer chip maker Intel wants to implant a brain-sensing chip directly into the brains of its customers to allow them to operate computers and other devices without moving a muscle.


This photos shows rice growing from bio-engineered soil aimed at enhancing its productivity at a trade show in July 2009

Taiwan scientists identify flood-tolerant gene in rice

Biology / Biotechnology

created Oct 11, 2009 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0

A Taiwanese scientist has said her research team has found the gene that allows rice to grow under water and believes the breakthrough could help develop other flood-resistant crops.


Pushing the brain to find new pathways

Medicine & Health / Research

created Nov 17, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Until recently, scientists believed that, following a stroke, a patient had about six months to regain any lost function. After that, patients would be forced to compensate for the lost function by focusing on their remaining ...


Analysts see more growth ahead for Amazon (AP)

Analysts see more growth ahead for Amazon

Technology / Business

created Oct 24, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

(AP) -- Low prices, solid customer service and an increasing willingness by consumers to spend on discretionary items contributed to Amazon.com Inc.'s solid third quarter, and the growth should continue despite ...


CDC: Swine flu has sickened 22 million in 6 months

Medicine & Health / Diseases

created Nov 12, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

(AP) -- Government health officials say swine flu has sickened about 22 million Americans since April.


Scientists: New dinosaur species found in SAfrica (AP)

Scientists: New dinosaur species found in SAfrica

Other Sciences / Archaeology & Fossils

created Nov 11, 2009 | popularity 4.4 / 5 (8) | comments 0

(AP) -- Scientists say they've discovered a new dinosaur species in South Africa that may help explain how the creatures evolved into the largest animals on land.


UF releases first citrus cultivar; Sugar Belle packs a tasty punch

Biology / Other

created Oct 22, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

(PhysOrg.com) -- Sugar Belle -- a bold mandarin orange hybrid that ripens in time for the winter holiday market -- will be the first University of Florida-created citrus variety intended for commercial production.


Amazon fights to keep Kindle on top of e-book crowd

Technology / Business

created Oct 26, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The threat of growing competition in the e-reader market does not seem to have cooled demand for Amazon.com Inc.'s Kindle, but the online retailer will likely face its toughest test in the coming holiday season.


'Blue energy' seems feasible and offers considerable benefits

Technology / Energy

created Oct 30, 2009 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (10) | comments 0

Generating energy on a large scale by mixing salt and fresh water is both technically possible and practical. The worldwide potential for this clean form of energy - 'blue energy' or 'blue electricity' - is enormous. However, ...


You, yourself and you

You, yourself and you: Why being self-centered is a good thing

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Oct 26, 2009 | popularity 2.6 / 5 (8) | comments 8

(PhysOrg.com) -- Caspar Hare would like you to try a thought experiment. Consider that 100,000 people around the world tomorrow will suffer epileptic seizures. "That probably doesn't trouble you tremendously," ...



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