(PhysOrg.com) -- What do you think of when you hear the word “robot”? If you’re like most folks, you probably imagine something like Gort from “The Day the Earth Stood Still” — a lumbering ...
Robotics
Dec 15, 2011
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(PhysOrg.com) -- The colorful birds of Costa Rica play a crucial role in the country's rural landscapes, by distributing seeds, controlling pesky insects and pollinating plants.
Ecology
Dec 15, 2011
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Almost two years ago, a Stanford study stirred up discussion statewide with the prediction that the pension funds of California's state workers were headed for a train wreck. The retirement system would eventually not have ...
Economics & Business
Dec 15, 2011
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Alaris, a joint venture startup company between ASU and Rolls-Royce, aims to tackle health care insurance fraud that is estimated to cost U.S. taxpayers more than $200 billion each year. This partnership was formed to commercialize ...
Engineering
Dec 15, 2011
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Prosecutors in Brazil on Wednesday called for a shutdown of Chevron's activities nationwide and said the US oil giant should be fined $11 billion for damage caused by an oil spill last month.
Environment
Dec 15, 2011
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Apple's iPad has been cleared for use by American Airlines pilots during takeoff and landing in a move that could make bulky flight bags crammed with manuals and charts a thing of the past.
Other
Dec 15, 2011
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A major UK's report looking into the travel habits, needs and issues surrounding driving in old age has found that older people have a mixed range of views to changing their habits and or opting to use other modes of transport. ...
Social Sciences
Dec 15, 2011
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(PhysOrg.com) -- As if Santa Claus didn't have enough to do this time of year, a University of Derby Law expert says he can also add a sledge-load of official and legal paperwork.
Economics & Business
Dec 15, 2011
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Bill Gates on Thursday ruled out ever returning to the helm of Microsoft while dismissing criticism by late Apple founder Steve Jobs, who he called "brilliant".
Business
Dec 15, 2011
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A review of Australia's media on Thursday recommended a major regulatory shakeup which would put Internet giants under the same umbrella as traditional outlets and see ownership laws axed.
Internet
Dec 15, 2011
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