World's oldest periodic table chart found in St Andrews
A periodic table chart discovered at the University of St Andrews is thought to be the oldest in the world.
Materials Science
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New study quantifies deep reaction behind 'superdeep' diamonds
Whether they are found in an engagement ring or an antique necklace, diamonds usually generate quick reactions from their recipients. Now, new research shows deep inside the Earth, fast reactions between subducted tectonic ...
Earth Sciences
Jan 17, 2019
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Japan's Hitachi freezes British nuclear project
Hitachi said Thursday it would freeze construction of its stalled nuclear power station in Wales due to financing problems, a blow to Britain's nuclear strategy and a costly decision for the Japanese firm.
Business
Jan 17, 2019
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India gives Volkswagen 24 hours to pay Dieselgate fine
India's environmental court Thursday threatened Volkswagen executives with arrest and gave the German automaker a day to pay $14 million for violating pollution norms by fudging emission tests.
Automotive
Jan 17, 2019
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Siemens, Alstom raise doubts about mega merger
Confidence that the politically sensitive merger of their rail businesses would be waved through by the European Commission was ebbing at both Siemens and Alstom Thursday.
Business
Jan 17, 2019
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Robots can go all the way to Mars but they can't pick up the groceries
Cambridge researchers are studying the interaction between robots and humans – and teaching them how to do the very difficult things that we find easy.
Robotics
Jan 17, 2019
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China's moon cotton experiment ends in freezing lunar night
A cotton seedling that sprouted on the moon has been left to die as China's historic lunar lander continues a freezing night-time nap that will last as long as two earth weeks, scientists said.
Space Exploration
Jan 17, 2019
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Biochar can be tailor-made for range of environmental benefits, research shows
A low-cost, versatile type of charcoal known as biochar can be tailored for specific uses including treating water, removing contaminants from soil and even storing carbon, according to new research by University of Alberta ...
Environment
Jan 17, 2019
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Found: A precise method for determining how waves and particles affect fusion reactions
Like surfers catching ocean waves, particles within the hot, electrically charged state of matter known as plasma can ride waves that oscillate through the plasma during experiments to investigate the production of fusion ...
Plasma Physics
Jan 17, 2019
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New paper indicates potential for primitive life on icy Barnard b super-earth planet if geothermal activity exists
Barnard b (or GJ 699 b) is a recently discovered Super-Earth planet orbiting Barnard's Star, making it the second nearest star system to the Earth. Although likely cold (-170 degrees centigrade), it could still have the potential ...
Astronomy
Jan 17, 2019
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