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Rice unveils super-efficient solar-energy technology
Rice University scientists have unveiled a revolutionary new technology that uses nanoparticles to convert solar energy directly into steam.
November 19, 2012
Melt water on Mars could sustain life
New research suggests that water has played a more extensive role than previously envisioned, and that environments capable of sustaining life could exist on Mars.
November 16, 2012
X-rays from a reborn planetary nebula
Images of the planetary nebula Abell 30, (a.k.a. A30), show one of the clearest views ever obtained of a special phase of evolution for these objects.
November 15, 2012
Hermit crabs gather to evict neighbors
Most social animals get together for protection or to mate or hunt, but terrestrial hermit crabs socialize to steal each other’s houses.
November 14, 2012
Chimps and humans share another evolutionary link: Gut bacteria
In the last few years, scientists have made great inroads in understanding the crucial interactive role gut bacteria play in harvesting nutrients, assisting immune systems, and protecting the host against pathogens.
November 13, 2012
Surveying Earth’s interior with atomic clocks
An international team lead by scientists from the University of Zurich shows that it may be possible to use atomic clocks to resolve structures within the Earth.
November 12, 2012
Lightning flashes leaked to space resemble atmospheric heartbeart
A global electromagnetic resonance created by the combined lightning storms across our planet.
November 11, 2012
Superstorm Sandy tracked by European Space Agency water mission
When bracing for the onslaught of extreme weather, as much information as possible is needed to predict the strength of the impending storm.
November 9, 2012
Meet Xenoceratops: Canada’s newest horned dinosaur
Scientists have named a new species of horned dinosaur (ceratopsian) from Alberta, Canada.
November 8, 2012
New method could help communities plan for climate risk
MIT researchers develop tool to assess regional risks of climate change, potential impacts on local infrastructure and planning
November 7, 2012
