EPA Seeks Public Input on Cleanup Plan for Welsbach/Gas Mantle Superfund Site in Camden County, New Jersey
Posted by brandoniswrite on August 26, 2011
(New York, N.Y.) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a plan to clean up radioactive contamination on the portion of the Welsbach/General Gas Mantle Superfund site located in Gloucester City, N.J U.S. EPA Radiation News
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The Astronaut’s Guide to Life in Space
Posted by brandoniswrite on August 25, 2011
The Astronaut’s Guide To Life In Space from NPR on Vimeo. NPR (National Public Radio) put together this video from 1980s-era NASA video with commentary by astronauts of various missions. The edited footage comes from VHS tape (you do remember that, right?) and is a playful “instructional video” and a look at life in space [...]
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Astrophoto: Comet Hartley 2 by Hens Zimmerman
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Comet Hartley 2. Credit: Hens Zimmerman This is a photo of Comet Hartley 2 taken by Hens Zimmerman of the Netherlands prior to its close approach to Earth on October 9, 2010. Comet Hartley 2 is a small periodic comet with an orbital period of 6.46 years. Here are some notes from Hens about the [...]
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All About Safeguarding Your Individual Details With Lifelock
Posted by brandoniswrite on August 24, 2011
The technological way of handling data and information has loopholes that can lead to the exposure of one’s private details to criminals or other unwarranted parties. Some of the risks that come about as a result of unauthorized access to one’s information includes identity thefts which are becoming a daily headache in various environments, especially [...]
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NASA finds Coldest, Darkest Stars Yet
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Scientists using data from NASA’s Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) have discovered the coldest class of star-like bodies. They call them and they are sometimes referred to as “failed” stars with temperatures as cool as the human body. . . read more >> wordlessTech
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Big Yellow Rabbit
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The Big Yellow Rabbit is a temporary 13 meter high sculpture. It’s a enlarged cuddle toy made out of swedish products thrown against the statue of Engelbrekt. . . read more >> wordlessTech
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Small World Photomicrography Competition
Posted by brandoniswrite on August 23, 2011
Small World is regarded as the leading forum for showcasing the beauty and complexity of life as seen through the light microscope. For over 30 years, Nikon has rewarded the world’s best photomicrographers who make critically important scientific contributions to life sciences, bio-research and materials science. . . read more >> wordlessTech
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Kat’s post
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SciFi Pulse
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Cooke to leave NASA in October
Posted by brandoniswrite on August 22, 2011
WASHINGTON –Top NASA official Doug Cooke announced today that he will retire from the agency Oct. 3 after nearly four decades at the agency, including his most recent stint as head of the agency’s exploration division. His departure has been months in the making as NASA has moved to merge his division with space operations. [...]
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St. Clair County 4-H’ers Compete at State Levels
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By Chris Thomas, 4H Agent Assistant On July 30, two senior St. Clair County 4-H’ers attended the State competition at the 4-H Center in Columbiana. Now we’d like to brag about their accomplishments! Kameron Crenshaw placed 1st in Freestyle Showcase and Rebecca Parker place 2nd in Persuasive Public Speaking in State 4-H competition. Click for [...]
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