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Henson, Jim: U.S. Muppeteer-Producer
Profile of Jim Henson, who was "responsible for perhaps the most recognizable and beloved television characters of all time -- the puppet/marionette hybrids better known as the Muppets."Provides highlights of Henson's career and listings of television series (such as "Sesame Street"and "Fraggle Rock"), films (including "The Dark Crystal"and "Labyrinth"), publications, and further reading. Includes links to related essays. From the Museum of Broadcast Communication. CSCOR-Supported Research Provides Foundation for Effective Management
Overview of research concerning the "largest zone of oxygen-depleted [hypoxic] coastal waters in the United States, and the second largest for the world's coastal oceans, ... in the northern Gulf of Mexico on the Louisiana continental shelf."Provides links to relevant studies, press releases, action plans, and participating committees and institutes. From the Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research (CSCOR), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Scuppering Pirates Improves Internet Audio
A new digital watermarking system not only protects music and media files from online pirates, but also ensures that the quality for legitimate users is as good as it gets. Gene Study Supports Single Main Migration Across Bering Strait
A new analysis of genetic variation among more than two dozen native populations bolsters the theory that the ancestors of modern native peoples across the Americas came via a northwest land bridge some 12,000 years ago. [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... Supplements Confuse Even Athletes
As winter approaches many of us reach for over-the-counter vitamins and herbal remedies in a bid to ward off illnesses and improve health. But the vast array of supplements available and lack of industry regulation make it difficult for the average person to make an informed choice about taking supplements. Even athletes frequently take supplements without realising the potential benefits or side effects. Cancer In Patients With Hepatitis C
People infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) have a higher risk of developing non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma, according to a recent study of the Swedish population. Severe Psoriasis Associated With Increased Risk Of Death
Patients with severe psoriasis appear to have an increased risk of death compared with patients without the skin condition, according to a new article. Psoriasis is a common inflammatory disorder that affects the skin and joints. Gallery: Steam Robots
Falling under the rubric of functional hacker art, these steam robots are mechanically and aesthetically elegant. Study Shows Importance Of Exposure Age For Hanford Nuclear Workers' Ca
The ages at which workers are exposed to low doses of ionizing radiation apparently make a difference in whether they will develop cancer, according to a new University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study.
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