Scientists develop high-resolution touch nano-sensor
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Jun 10, 2006 |
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U.S. scientists reportedly have created a revolutionary sensor that can "feel" the texture on objects with a sensitivity equal to that of a human fingertip.
Large meteorite hits northern Norway
Space & Earth science / Earth Sciences
Jun 10, 2006 |
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A large meteorite struck in northern Norway this week, landing with an impact an astronomer compared to the atomic bomb used at Hiroshima.
Parts of kings' table found at Westminster
General Science / Archaeology & Fossils
Jun 10, 2006 |
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Sections of a medieval kings' table that was smashed by Oliver Cromwell to celebrate the end of the monarchy, have been found at the Palace of Westminster.
Today's teens choose less risky behaviors
Jun 10, 2006 |
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A new study shows that U.S. teens today are less likely to drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes or have sex than teens 15 years ago.
Researchers find gene linked to asthma
Jun 10, 2006 |
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Danish scientists say they have found a gene with a direct link to asthma.
Unilever sheds HR dept., not all its jobs
Jun 10, 2006 |
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The outsourcing world is agog with rumors that Unilever, the Anglo-Dutch consumer products multinational, may shed a major portion of its global human-resources department as a result of the HR outsourcing deal it struck ...
Science panel calls for greater openness
Jun 10, 2006 |
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An independent advisory panel finds that inconsistent communication policy among U.S. government departments threatens the quality of scientific research.
Proposal launched for a cleaner 2025
Space & Earth science / Environment
Jun 10, 2006 |
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A diverse group of activists, politicians and businesses is proposing the United States get 25 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2025.
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