Co-founder of Russia's biggest search engine dies
(AP)—Russia's largest search engine, Yandex, says its co-founder Ilya Segalovich has died. He was 48.
Internet
Jul 28, 2013
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Cousteau's grandson plans 31-day undersea mission
The grandson of legendary French ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau is planning a 31-day underwater mission in Florida later this year, a statement said Thursday.
Earth Sciences
Jun 20, 2013
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Hands-free texting still distracting for drivers (Update)
Using voice commands to send text messages and emails from behind the wheel, which is marketed as a safer alternative for drivers, actually is more distracting and dangerous than simply talking on a cellphone, a study by ...
Other
Jun 12, 2013
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University takes on taste challenge: MREs
A ready-to-eat Army meal can survive a 1,200-foot parachute drop and stay fresh for up to three years - only to go straight into the trash can if it doesn't appeal to a soldier's taste.
Other
Jun 5, 2013
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Brainpainting via computer frees expression for the paralyzed
(Phys.org) —Heide Pfutzner is getting favorable recognition as an artist who has produced skilled, accomplished abstract paintings with their colorful shapes in electric-like blues, reds, pinks, and yellows, Her admirers ...
Nations agree to phase out toxic chemical HBCD
Governments have agreed to phase out the use of the toxic chemical HBCD, and restrict trade in four other dangerous substances, the head of the UN's anti-pollution division said Friday.
Environment
May 10, 2013
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New app to explore young people's views on smart drugs and the effects of technology on the brain
Is being in love just a chemical reaction? Is technology harming our brains? Is it OK to enhance brain function with cognitive enhancers, or 'smart drugs'? These are just some of the areas of debate presented in a new free ...
Software
Apr 30, 2013
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Humans feel empathy for robots: fMRI scans show similar brain function when robots are treated the same as humans
From the T-101 to Data from Star Trek, humans have been presented with the fictional dilemma of how we empathize with robots. Robots now infiltrate our lives, toys like Furbies or robot vacuum cleaners bring us closer, but ...
Robotics
Apr 23, 2013
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Videogame power harnessed for positive goals
Even as videogames come under scrutiny for potential harmful impacts, researchers and developers are touting digital games for positive effects on health, learning and other social goals.
Software
Mar 17, 2013
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Researchers solve complex problem in membrane biochemistry through study of amino acids
(Phys.org)—After years of experimentation, researchers at the University of Arkansas have solved a complex, decades-old problem in membrane biochemistry. The consequence of their work will give scientists more information ...
Biochemistry
Jan 24, 2013
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