A new study shows that the reduction of pollution emissions from power plants in the mid-Atlantic is making an impact on the quality of the water that ends up in the Chesapeake Bay. The study by scientists at the University ...
Environment
Nov 6, 2013
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For many decades, we have been relying on fossil resources to produce liquid fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and many industrial and consumer chemicals for daily use. However, increasing strains on natural resources as well ...
Biochemistry
Nov 6, 2013
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American teenagers are growing increasingly worried about online privacy and the possibility of identity theft, a study released Wednesday showed.
Internet
Nov 6, 2013
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Sales of the latest edition in the "Call of Duty" video game franchise topped $1 billion in the first day, the publisher said Wednesday.
Business
Nov 6, 2013
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EPFL's new convention center is being equipped with an impressive glass façade composed of dye solar cells. The first architectural integration of this technology is a new step in Romande Energie and EPFL's partnership ...
Energy & Green Tech
Nov 6, 2013
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Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) are delving into the mysterious world of algae to find better ways to put these organisms to use.
Biotechnology
Nov 6, 2013
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Four European cities are currently testing whether digital technology can be used to encourage physical interaction and promote safety among local communities. Games technology is being used to get people interested.
Social Sciences
Nov 6, 2013
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For ardent sports fans, decision review technology – popularly known as Hawk-Eye – is having a 'marmite moment'. It's either welcomed as a definitive mechanism to assist a referee make the right decision or an imperfect ...
Other
Nov 6, 2013
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(Phys.org) —A mysterious disease that causes sea stars to decay and fall apart within a few days has become widespread along the U.S. west coast over the past several months. First reported off the coast of Washington in ...
Ecology
Nov 6, 2013
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Researchers have found that the Tasmanian sub-species of Australia's largest bird of prey, the wedge-tailed eagle, probably flew to the island in the past 100-plus years and did not develop separately when Tasmania was cut ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 6, 2013
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