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Huygens Team Releases First Enhanced Mosaics Of Titan
Scientists on Huygens' Descent Imager Spectral Radiometer (DISR) experiment have generated new views of Saturn's giant moon, Titan. In the new stereographic 'fish-eye' view of Titan's surface, the bright area to the north (top of image) and west is higher than the rest of the terrain. The bright area is riven with dark lines believed to be drainage channels leading down to what appears to be a shoreline with river deltas and sand bars. Japanese Space Probe's View Of Large Magellanic Cloud: Star Formation
The infrared surveyor AKARI, a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) mission with ESA participation, is nearing the completion of its first scan of the entire sky. During this phase of the mission, it has supplied the largest wavelength coverage of the Large Magellanic Cloud to date, and provided fascinating new images of this galaxy. Fabulous Flowers [UK]
This site contains information about cut flowers, with an emphasis on trends in the British floral industry. Includes flower profiles, seasonal trends, features on flowers for special occasions (such as Mother's Day and Valentine's Day), care tips, and trivia. Includes images of flowers and arrangements. From the Flowers and Plants Association, a promotional organization for the United Kingdom. Special Scalpel Reduces Blood Loss, Facial Nerve Trauma In Salivary Su
A harmonic scalpel that uses ultrasound to coagulate as it cuts can reduce blood loss and postoperative facial paralysis in patients who need a portion of their salivary gland removed, surgeons say. Climate Change Rocked Cradles Of Civilization
Severe climate change was the primary driver in the development of civilization, according to new research by the University of East Anglia. Toward Reducing The Toxic Side Effects Of Cancer Chemotherapy
An advance that may speed the use of "prodrug chemotherapy"-- one of the most promising new strategies for reducing the side effects of anti-cancer drugs -- is being reported by scientists from Johns Hopkins University's In Vivo Cellular and Molecular Imaging Center (ICMIC). New Year's Eve Glitches Underscore Limitations of Texting, Mobiles
The world didn't end and most calls and messages got through, but the high volume of texting and cellphone calls resulted in a lot of bounce-backs. In a real crisis, this could mean real trouble. Lest We Forget: Images From the Civil Rights Movement
Collection of portraits by 20th century artist Robert Templeton of leaders involved in the American Civil Rights movement. Features briefly annotated images of over two dozen individuals such as Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Whitney Moore Young, Jr. Also includes links to related sites. From the Robert Templeton Estate. Behavioural Ecologists Elucidated How Peahens Choose Their Mates, And
Since Darwin, the peacock exhibiting an elongated tail composed of ocelli has been a prime example of sexual selection. Classical studies show females prefer a high number of ocelli. New research published today in Ethology shows peahens may actually assess ocelli density. Adeline Loyau, Michel Saint Jalme and Gabriele Sorci of the National Museum of Natural History and the Laboratory of Evolutive Parasitology say "We calculated ocelli density and found it did explain female choice." Deep-sea Exploration Beneath Katrina's Wake: Expedition Team Dodges St
Despite having to evade hurricane Katrina, a team of scientists from Harbor Branch and other institutions is returning to port this Sunday with new tales from the deep after completing their second annual Deep Scope expedition. The group has discovered a mysterious visual capability in a deep-sea crab; captured new video of a large, recently discovered squid species; and took clear video of the world's first known fluorescent shark.
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