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'Collapse' in semiconductor demand hits ASML

Dutch computer chip equipment maker ASML announced net losses for the first quarter after a collapse in sales, but said it saw signs of improving market conditions.

Technology / Semiconductors

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Touch typists could help stop spammers in their tracks

(PhysOrg.com) -- Computer scientists at Newcastle University are about to give office workers a perfect excuse to play games: it's all in the name of research. Dr Jeff Yan, together with his PhD student Su-Yang ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (7) | comments 0

Optical chip detects blood molecules

(PhysOrg.com) -- A portable 'lab on a chip' that can identify target molecules in blood samples has been created by European researchers. It is being used to measure fertility hormones and detect the genes ...

Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

IQ explains some of the difference in heart disease between people of high and low socio-economic status

A unique study looking at the difference in cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) and life expectancy between people of high and low socio-economic status has found that a person’s IQ may have a role to play.

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity 3.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0

NY Times selling radio station for 45 mln dlrs

The New York Times Co., which has been seeking to raise cash to pay down its debt, announced plans on Tuesday to sell a New York City radio station for 45 million dollars.

Technology / Business

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Intel's strong numbers suggest PC business on mend

(AP) -- Intel Corp.'s second-quarter results bolster the company's position that the computer business is on the mend after its roughest patch in years.

Technology / Business

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Study shows how camels keep their cool

(PhysOrg.com) -- UQ research has found when it comes to camels, staying cool may be the key to reproductive success.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Jul 15, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0