02/02/2015

Actions and beliefs behind climate change stance

Strategies for building support for climate change mitigation policies should go beyond attempts to improve the public's understanding of science according to new research.

Graphene displays clear prospects for flexible electronics

Published in the scientific journal Nature Materials, University of Manchester and University of Sheffield researchers show that new 2D 'designer materials' can be produced to create flexible, see-through and more efficient ...

Psychological impact of austerity revealed

The UK Government's austerity measures have led to a reduced commitment on the part of public sector workers towards their organisation, new research has found.

Skype chats compromised Syrian rebels: researchers

Syrian opposition groups lost critical information when its members fell victim to a "femme fatale" scheme using Skype chats that injected computers and phones with malware, researchers said Monday.

Exploring the universe with nuclear power

In the past four decades, NASA and other space agencies from around the world have accomplished some amazing feats. Together, they have sent manned missions to the Moon, explored Mars, mapped Venus and Mercury, conducted ...

What is the longest river in the world?

Planet Earth boasts some very long rivers, all of which have long and honored histories. The Amazon, Mississippi, Euphrates, Yangtze, and Nile have all played huge roles in the rise and evolution of human societies. Rivers ...

New methods can protect animals during relocation

As Arizona continues to see development into formerly rural areas, additional research is emerging to help protect wildlife species. Because the state is home to a dozen rattlesnake species, understanding best practices for ...

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