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Geologists Find First Clue To Tyrannosaurus Rex Gender In Bone Tissue
Paleontologists at North Carolina State University have determined that a 68 million year-old Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil from Montana is that of a young female, and that she was producing eggs when she died. [Ironic] Professional beggars prowling about the streets of Moroccan c
The government plans to crack down on the scam used by faux beggars in growing numbers for a kind of "emotional blackmail", a cabinet minister was quoted as saying... Mars' Climate In Flux: Mid-latitude Glaciers
New high-resolution images of mid-latitude Mars are revealing glacier-formed landscapes far from the Martian poles, says a leading Mars researcher. The Oil Sands Environmental Research Network (OSERN): Frequently Asked
Questions and answers about obtaining petroleum from the "naturally occurring deposits of bituminous sand"(known as oil sand or tar sand) found near the Athabasca River in Canada. Includes information about mining, the kinds of environmental disturbance oil sands mining causes, and reclamation. Also includes maps and a link to a glossary of oil sands acronyms. From the University of Alberta. Better Measurements Reveal Seasonal Changes In Sulfur
Researchers from the University of Maryland (UMD) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a new and improved technique for the simultaneous measurement of sulfur isotopic ratios and concentrations of atmospheric sulfate using snow samples from Greenland and Kyrgyzstan. Gear Gallery: Cushy Air Bed Recliner, Point 'n' Shoot for Pros and Mor
Browse this week's Wired News gadget reviews for a luxurious inflatable mattress (incline your head, boost your knees -- mmmm, comfy), Canon's new G9 with features even a pro would love and more of the latest tech. Seasonal Eating
Resources for buying and eating what's in season in Northern California. Features seasonality charts for fruits and vegetables, produce profiles and highlights, and seasonal recipes (appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts) from chefs and cookbook authors. Includes some information specific to items found at the San Francisco Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. From the Center for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA). Scientists Find Clue To Mechanisms Of Gene Signaling And Regulation
Scientists have discovered a pattern in the DNA sequence of the mouse genome that may play a fundamental part in the way DNA molecules regulate gene expression. Ever since scientists cracked the basic code of chemical bases that comprise the genome of humans and animals, scientists have been uncovering layers of other chemical modifications of gene functioning that can be inherited along with the DNA sequence. Diet For Brain Development, From The Beginning
Studies looking into how diet and nutrition affect central nervous system development from birth are now being conducted. Scientists are using noninvasive tools to assess infant, toddler and school-aged children's psychological, neurological and physiological development, as well as other brain-related functions. Study Shows People Unaware Of Harmful Effects Of Painkillers
According to a study supported by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), over-the-counter and prescription painkillers are often used inappropriately and there is an alarming number of people who are ignorant to the potential side effects. The study is published in the November issue of the Journal of Rheumatology.
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