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Researchers Rely On Newton's Interference For New Experiment
Most people think of Sir Isaac Newton as the father of gravity. But for some physicists Newton's "dusty mirror"experiment has served as a launching pad for them to keenly watch the X-ray induced explosion of microscopic objects. Standard Developed For Collection Of Suspicious Powders
Federal, state and local agencies have reached consensus on the first validated national standard for collecting, packaging and transporting samples of visible powders that are suspected of being biological threat agents, such as anthrax. The new standard meets the needs of the first responders to test the powders on site, and the needs of the federal agencies to conduct tests on the same, uncontaminated powder samples for forensic and confirmatory analysis. Household Chemical May Affect Breast Development
A chemical found in household fittings has been found to affect the development of the mammary gland in rats and further studies will be required to determine if the presence of this chemical could lead to breast cancer. New research shows that this chemical can affect the breasts'genomic profile. Rare Book Room
This "educational site [is] intended to allow the visitor to examine and read some of the great books of the world."Includes digitized facsimiles of "some of the great books in science, including books by Galileo, Newton, Copernicus, Kepler, Einstein, [and] Darwin"; most of the Shakespeare Quartos; musical scores by Beethoven and Mozart; the 1455 Gutenberg Bible held by the Library of Congress; and many more. Searchable, or browsable by topic, author, or library. Wet Ethanol Production Process Yields More Ethanol And More Co-product
Using a wet ethanol production method that begins by soaking corn kernels rather than grinding them, results in more gallons of ethanol and more usable co-products, giving ethanol producers a bigger bang for their buck -- by about 20 percent. Low Oxygen In Coastal Waters Impairs Fish Reproduction
Low oxygen levels in coastal waters interfere with fish reproduction by disrupting the fishes'hormones, a marine scientist has found. Incidents of seasonal low levels of oxygen, known as hypoxia, have increased dramatically in coastal waters throughout the world over the past few decades, largely as a result of increased run-off from human agricultural and industrial activities. Hypoxia's long-term impact on marine animal populations is unknown. It's Head Lice Season: Experts Offer Primer On Wiping Out The Head Inv
Fall and winter are prime seasons not only for the flu bug, but for another bug as well--the head louse. September is national Head Lice Awareness Month, and doctors from the Johns Hopkins Children's Center want to remind everyone that the "yuck"factor notwithstanding, head lice are a nuisance, not a health threat. Head-lice incidence peaks shortly after school starts, particularly among younger children. Bypass Surgery Has Long-term Benefits For Children With Kawasaki Disea
Coronary artery bypass surgery provides "excellent" long-term survival for children who have severe inflammatory heart and blood vessel damage caused by Kawasaki disease. While post-operative problems may increase over time, these can be managed with proper follow-up care. Most of the young patients have normal lives, including participation in sports. 2005 Gas Tax [Washington State]
"The 2005 Washington State Legislature voted an increase in gas taxes and other fees to pay for a 16-year plan to take care of some of Washington State's most critical transportation needs. Over 270 projects will be funded by a package."This website highlights selected road and bridge projects completed or underway in some of the state's counties. Includes a link to a complete list of projects. From the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). [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...
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