Shifting winds in the climate change debate
(Phys.org) —A favorite beach. Homes along the river or coast. Crop yields that sustain the populace.
Environment
Jul 10, 2013
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University of South Carolina
Building electronics from the ground up
(Phys.org)—There's hardly a moment in modern life that doesn't involve electronic devices, whether they're guiding you to a destination by GPS or deciding which incoming messages merit a beep, ring or vibration. But our ...
Nanophysics
Jan 14, 2013
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Unlocking sorghum's gene bank: Adapting agriculture to a changing climate
(Phys.org)—Climate change poses a major challenge to humanity's ability to feed its growing population. But a new study of sorghum, led by Stephen Kresovich and Geoff Morris of the University of South Carolina, promises ...
Biotechnology
Jan 3, 2013
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Doctoral student unravels 'tin whisker' mystery
(Phys.org)—Americans love their electronics, and millions will undoubtedly receive everything from flat-screen TVs and e-readers to video games and coffee makers this holiday season. Over time, even the best of these devices ...
Materials Science
Dec 5, 2012
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Topper site in middle of comet controversy
(Phys.org)—Did a massive comet explode over Canada 12,900 years ago, wiping out both beast and man in North America and propelling the earth back into an ice age?
Archaeology
Sep 18, 2012
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Seeing X-rays in a new light: Soft X-ray detector could improve breast cancer imaging
(Phys.org) -- A slice of light is about to come into focus for the first time, thanks to a new X-ray detector constructed at the University of South Carolina. And according to Krishna Mandal, the associate professor of electrical ...
General Physics
Aug 8, 2012
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Clothing the body electric
(Phys.org) -- Over the years, the telephone has gone mobile, from the house to the car to the pocket. The University of South Carolina's Xiaodong Li envisions even further integration of the cell phone – and just about ...
Nanomaterials
Jun 29, 2012
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Rivers play key role in destructive coastal flooding, new research shows
If you think living away from the coast keeps you safe from climate change and rising waters, think again.
Earth Sciences
Nov 18, 2021
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Study: Peer mentorship is key to achieving equity in higher education leadership
Researchers from across the Arnold School have completed a study on the importance of peer mentorship in creating diverse leadership representation in higher education settings. They published their findings in Mentoring ...
Social Sciences
Oct 27, 2021
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The future of retail technology—health data, hyper-personalized purchasing
Imagine going shopping and having your phone or fitness tracker make product recommendations for you based on your breath or the current physical state of your body.
Economics & Business
Nov 30, 2017
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