Physicists explain thunderstorm 'sprites'
U.S. physicists have determined "sprites" -- bright bursts of light seen in thunderstorms -- travel at 1-10th the speed of light.
General Physics
Jun 20, 2007
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Study: Icebergs create ocean 'hot spots'
A U.S. study suggests Antarctic icebergs created by global climate change are having a major ecological impact.
Earth Sciences
Jun 20, 2007
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World's Largest Vacuum Chamber to Test Orion
Before NASA's new spacecraft, Orion, carries the next generation of explorers into space, it first will make a shorter journey to the world's largest vacuum chamber. In this massive, cathedral-like structure, it must endure ...
Space Exploration
Jun 20, 2007
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Drexel Researcher Develops Sensor to Test for E. coli in 10 Minutes
The latest outbreak of E. coli cases — now in 12 Western states and involving 6 million pounds of fresh and frozen meat — shows a need for better detection in food processing exists.
Jun 20, 2007
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Research shows Australian weather could get worse
Research by University of Queensland climatologists into Australia's past climate has shown just how extreme our weather can be.
Environment
Jun 20, 2007
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Giant magnetocaloric materials could lead to new refrigeration technologies
Materials that change temperature in magnetic fields could lead to new refrigeration technologies that reduce the use of greenhouse gases, thanks to new research at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory ...
Condensed Matter
Jun 20, 2007
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Invasive plant potential threat to Canadian landscape
It might sound like something out of a 1950s B-movie but the potential proliferation of the native Asian tropical plant kudzu here in Canada is no imaginary threat, warns Professor Rowan Sage of ecology and evolutionary biology. ...
Jun 20, 2007
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Early Preparation Key as Children Keep Watch on Aging Parents
Moving back in with the parents is one of the last things many children want to do, but as mom and dad start to age, their kids are finding it difficult to take care of them from afar.
Other
Jun 20, 2007
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Bees hit a purple patch
A bee’s favourite colour can help them to find more food from the flowers in their environment, according to new research from Queen Mary, University of London.
Jun 20, 2007
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ESA and Inmarsat prepare for Alphasat
Today at the Paris Air Show, ESA and Inmarsat moved closer to the implementation of Alphasat, the first satellite based on Alphabus, the new European telecommunications platform.
Space Exploration
Jun 20, 2007
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