Hydrogen clouds discovered between Andromeda and Triangulum galaxies

on 2013/05/10 in Articles, Astronomy

Score another point for the National Science Foundation’s Green Bank Telescope (GBT) at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) in Green Bank. They have opened our eyes – and ears – to previously undetected region of hydrogen gas clouds located in the area between the massive Andromeda and Triangulum galaxies. If researchers are correct, these dwarf galaxy-sized sectors of isolated gases may have originated from a huge store of heated, ionized gas… Gas which may be associated with elusive and invisible dark matter.

First completely 3D-printed Gun

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The Liberator is the first completely 3D-printed all-plastic Gun, that just completed tests and recorded as a YouTube video.

14 strange & interesting facts worldwide

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There are many strange and interesting facts around the world. Some of them are certainly well known, others waiting for you to discover.

RESEARCHERS DISCOVER DYNAMIC BEHAVIOR OF PROGENITOR CELLS IN BRAIN

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By monitoring the behavior of a class of cells in the brains of living mice, neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins discovered that these cells remain highly dynamic in the adult brain, where they transform into cells that insulate nerve fibers and help form scars that aid in tissue repair.

Tags: Nature Neuroscience, Nervous System, oligodendrocyte, progenitor cells

Starving settlers in Jamestown Colony resorted to cannibalism

on 2013/05/09 in Articles, History

The harsh winter of 1609 in Virginia’s Jamestown Colony forced residents to do the unthinkable. A recent excavation at the historic site discovered the carcasses of dogs, cats and horses consumed during the season commonly called the “Starving Time.” But a few other newly discovered bones in particular, though, tell a far more gruesome story: the dismemberment and cannibalization of a 14-year-old English girl.

Five innovative technologies that bring energy to the developing world

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In the wealthy world, improving the energy system generally means increasing the central supply of reliable, inexpensive and environmentally-friendly power and distributing it through the power grid. Across most of the planet, though, simply providing new energy sources to the millions who are without electricity and depend on burning wood or kerosene for heat and light would open up new opportunities.

NASA Rover Grover set to explore Greenland Ice Sheet

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NASA Rover GROVER, which stands for both Greenland Rover and Goddard Remotely Operated Vehicle for Exploration and Research, is on its way to Greenland for over a month of testing on the ice-covered environment.

Loopwheel – bicycle wheel with integral suspension

on 2013/05/08 in Articles, Technology

Reinventing the bicycle wheel: Loopwheel by Sam Pearce is a brand-new ‘pat pending’ 20″ bicycle wheel with integral suspension. For maximum comfort over bumps and less vibration from the road.

Predictions for Privacy in the Age of Facebook (from 1985!)

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“The ubiquity and power of the computer blur the distinction between public and private information. Our revolution will not be in gathering data — don’t look for TV cameras in your bedroom — but in analyzing information that is already willingly shared.”

How to catch this week’s ‘Ring of Fire’ annular eclipse

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The first solar eclipse of 2013 is upon us this week, with the May 10th annular eclipse crossing northern Australia and the Pacific. 2013 is an off year for eclipses. There are five eclipses this year, three lunars and two solars. Last month’s very shallow partial lunar eclipse set us up for the annular that occurs this week. In fact, the [...]

U.S. and Israel compete in designing VTOL aircraft

on 2013/05/07 in Articles, Technology

Aircraft designers all over the world continue to invent the aircraft that would take off vertically and remain a fast-flying vehicle, rather than a slow-speed helicopter. High speed, efficiency and elegant design is what creators of a completely new aircraft need. The versatility of helicopters and other aircraft of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) makes [...]

Tags: aircraft, Vertical Landing

Seal fur industry defeated

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BRUSSELS - The European General Court has wisely decided to uphold the European Union’s ban on commercial trade in seal products. The court rejected a spurious attempt by the sealing and fur trade industries and some Inuit representatives to undermine the ban, which plays a key role in curbing the cruel global trade. Court Dismisses Fur Industry Attempt to Overturn EU Ban on Cruel Seal Products – Humane Society International [...]

Tags: Animal Welfare, Fur Trade

The secret to a long life may be deep inside your brain

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It may have been the word retrieval adventure I had the other night when I couldn’t remember the name of thinly sliced cured ham. (I nailed the “p,” but didn’t come close to conjuring up “prosciutto.”) Or it could have been the annoying pain I feel in a knuckle on my right hand these days. [...]

Smithsonian’s 10th Annual Photo Contest Winners!

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Prepare to be amazed by these seven award-winning images.

Top 10 tiny animals with enough poison to absolutely destroy you

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Most people would steer clear of any snakes or oversized spiders that crossed our paths. We have a sort of logic when it comes to animals that tells us “Bigger = Deadlier.” But more often, you will often find that the opposite is true. Many animals make up for their small size with deadly venom, and so what may look like a regular snail could actually be your final downfall. Below are ten tiny, but incredibly deadly, animals.

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