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U.S. Exports Nitrogen Pollution Elsewhere
The United States is exporting nitrogen pollution beyond its borders, and some may even be reaching western Europe, according to a recent data analysis by scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colo. and the University of New Hampshire. At the same time, however, most of the nitrogen pollution produced in Western Europe is deposited within its own boundaries. Scientists Make Significant Advance In Understanding Gastroenteritis-c
A breakthrough announced this week by scientists at the University of Southampton's School of Medicine will lead to greater understanding of noroviruses, the most common cause of non-bacterial gastroenteritis around the world. Following Tsunami, WHO Warns That Up To Five Million People Without Ac
The World Health Organization (WHO) said urgent action is needed to address the emerging public health needs of those affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Southeast Asia. Between three and five million people in the region are unable to access the basic requirements they need to stay alive - clean water, adequate shelter, food, sanitation and healthcare. Music Industry Squeezes LimeWire
Renewing its war on copyright infringement, the RIAA sues the operators of the popular song-swap service. Possible Markers For Mental Illness Discovered
Researchers have discovered natural genetic differences that might help predict the most effective antipsychotic drugs for particular patients with mental disorders such as schizophrenia, Parkinson's and drug addiction. They found the differences in the gene for a molecule called the dopamine D2 receptor, a protein present on brain cells that are sensitive to the neurotransmitter dopamine. Cassini Radar Images Show Dramatic Shoreline On Titan
Images returned during Cassini's recent flyby of Titan show captivating evidence of what appears to be a large shoreline cutting across the smoggy moon's southern hemisphere. Hints that this area was once wet, or currently has liquid present, are evident. Satellites Help Ensure Efficient Use Of Pesticides
A new service, developed in the framework of an ESA-supported project, is using satellite images to compare agricultural crop sites across Europe in order to ensure the more efficient use of pesticides. Present Tense: The Changing Ethics of Holiday Gift-giving
This 2003 article features links to resources about traditions related to holiday gift-giving for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Eid al-Fitr (during Ramadan), and Diwali. Also includes a list of experts on holiday gift-giving for different religions and for shopping alternatives (such as handmade gifts and charity donations). From the Religion Newswriters Foundation. Research Suggests Possible Blood Test For Multiple Sclerosis
New research by Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center and colleagues suggests that one day, doctors may be able to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS) with a simple blood test. The findings are reported in the current issue of the Journal of Molecular Neuroscience. Leatherback Seaturtle Rehabilitating At New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium is providing medical treatment to an endangered 374-pound, juvenile leatherback seaturtle in its on-site rescue and rehabilitation facility. This marks the first time in 30 years that a live leatherback has been brought to the New England Aquarium. If rehabilitation efforts succeed, this may be only the second leatherback in history to be successfully rehabilitated in a captive situation and returned to the wild, and the first for the New England Aquarium.
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