http://www.usnews.com/sections/science/index.html en-us Copyright ℗ U.S. News & World Report, L.P. All rights reserved. US News & World Report Get the latest science news about the environment, genetics, animals, technology, archaeology and space. Get the latest science news about the environment, genetics, animals, technology, archaeology and space. usnews, usnews.com, U.S. News and World Report, U.S. News & World Report. U.S.News & World Report, U.S.News and World Report; NSF U.S. News and World Report loliva@usnews.com National Science Foundation Subtropical waters forcing their way into Greenland Fjords Waters from warmer latitudes, or subtropical waters, are reaching Greenland's glaciers, driving melting and likely triggering an acceleration of ice loss, reports a team of researchers from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Waters from warmer latitudes, or subtropical waters, are reaching Greenland's glaciers, driving melting and likely triggering an acceleration of ice loss, reports a team of researchers from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/current_event.mp3 66413 Thu, 4 Mar 2010 01:03:57 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Virus batteries provide new power source Researchers at MIT have shown that they can genetically engineer viruses to build both the positively and negatively charged ends of a lithium-ion battery. Researchers at MIT have shown that they can genetically engineer viruses to build both the positively and negatively charged ends of a lithium-ion battery. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/viral_vrroom.mp3 66313 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:02:04 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Lights reveal new ways to treat brain disorders Neuroscientists at MIT have developed a powerful new class of tools to reversibly shut down brain activity using different colors of light. When targeted to specific neurons, these tools could potentially lead to new treatments for the abnormal brain activity. Neuroscientists at MIT have developed a powerful new class of tools to reversibly shut down brain activity using different colors of light. When targeted to specific neurons, these tools could potentially lead to new treatments for the abnormal brain activity. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/nobrainer.mp3 66292 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:02:20 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Eliminating top predators leaves you in the middle of the pack A new study led by Oregan State University shows that declining populations of "apex" predators such as wolves, lions or sharks has led to a huge increase in smaller "mesopredators" that are causing major economic and ecological disruptions. A new study led by Oregan State University shows that declining populations of "apex" predators such as wolves, lions or sharks has led to a huge increase in smaller "mesopredators" that are causing major economic and ecological disruptions. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/messo_predators.mp3 66181 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:01:25 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation "Slimy" cheaters don't prosper New research out of Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine says that cheaters may prosper in the short term, but over time they seem doomed to fail, at least in the microscopic world of amoebas where natural selection favors the noble. New research out of Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine says that cheaters may prosper in the short term, but over time they seem doomed to fail, at least in the microscopic world of amoebas where natural selection favors the noble. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/amoeba_cheaters.mp3 66180 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:01:08 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Don't look, it's your look-a-like Princeton University researchers have come up with a new twist on the mysterious visual phenomenon experienced by humans known as the "uncanny valley." That twist is that monkeys experience the same exact feeling. The uncanny valley describes that disquieting feeling that occurs when viewers look at representations designed to be as human-like as possible. Princeton University researchers have come up with a new twist on the mysterious visual phenomenon experienced by humans known as the "uncanny valley." That twist is that monkeys experience the same exact feeling. The uncanny valley describes that disquieting feeling that occurs when viewers look at representations designed to be as human-like as possible. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/facsimile.mp3 66066 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 02:12:02 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Faux fish on a mission Michigan State University researchers have designed robots that, in the future, could be ocean-going and cooperatively track moving targets underwater. Schools of swimming robots would be able to work together to do things that one could not do alone, such as tracking large herds of animals or mapping expanses of pollution that can grow and change shape. Michigan State University researchers have designed robots that, in the future, could be ocean-going and cooperatively track moving targets underwater. Schools of swimming robots would be able to work together to do things that one could not do alone, such as tracking large herds of animals or mapping expanses of pollution that can grow and change shape. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/reservoir_bots.mp3 66064 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 02:12:09 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Some runners have a leg up on the competition Longer toes and a unique ankle structure provide some sprinters with the burst of acceleration that separates them from other runners, according to biomechanists at Penn State University. Longer toes and a unique ankle structure provide some sprinters with the burst of acceleration that separates them from other runners, according to biomechanists at Penn State University. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/sprint_condition.mp3 65996 Thu, 3 Dec 2009 12:12:58 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Earth Futures from the Wizards of Odds A new analysis of climate risk, published by researchers at MIT and elsewhere, shows that even moderate carbon-reduction policies now can substantially lower the risk of future climate change. It also shows that quick, global emissions reductions would be required in order to provide a good chance of avoiding a temperature increase of more than 2 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial level. A new analysis of climate risk, published by researchers at MIT and elsewhere, shows that even moderate carbon-reduction policies now can substantially lower the risk of future climate change. It also shows that quick, global emissions reductions would be required in order to provide a good chance of avoiding a temperature increase of more than 2 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial level. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/risky_business.mp3 65894 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:11:08 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation How plants stand by their next of kin Plants may not have eyes and ears, but they can recognize their siblings, and researchers at the University of Delaware have discovered how. Plants recognize family members by detecting chemical cues secreted by their roots. The finding not only sheds light on the intriguing chemical sensing system in plants, but also may have implications for agriculture and even home gardening. Plants may not have eyes and ears, but they can recognize their siblings, and researchers at the University of Delaware have discovered how. Plants recognize family members by detecting chemical cues secreted by their roots. The finding not only sheds light on the intriguing chemical sensing system in plants, but also may have implications for agriculture and even home gardening. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/family_roots.mp3 65831 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:10:01 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Picture it, entire cities A new computer algorithm developed at the University of Washington uses hundreds of thousands of tourist photos to automatically reconstruct entire cities in about a day. The tool harnesses the increasingly large digital photo collections available on photo-sharing Web sites such as Flickr. A new computer algorithm developed at the University of Washington uses hundreds of thousands of tourist photos to automatically reconstruct entire cities in about a day. The tool harnesses the increasingly large digital photo collections available on photo-sharing Web sites such as Flickr. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/virtual_vacation.mp3 65794 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:10:19 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Staying focused on quality time A new study done by researchers at the University of Massachusetts found that when a TV is on in a room both the quantity and the quality of the interactions between parents and their children drops. The researchers studied about 50 1-, 2-, and 3-year-olds, each of whom was placed with one of their parents in two half-hour sessions. A new study done by researchers at the University of Massachusetts found that when a TV is on in a room both the quantity and the quality of the interactions between parents and their children drops. The researchers studied about 50 1-, 2-, and 3-year-olds, each of whom was placed with one of their parents in two half-hour sessions. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/toddler_vision.mp3 65795 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:10:58 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Picture it, entire cities A new computer algorithm developed at the University of Washington uses hundreds of thousands of tourist photos to automatically reconstruct entire cities in about a day. The tool harnesses the increasingly large digital photo collections available on photo-sharing Web sites such as Flickr. A new computer algorithm developed at the University of Washington uses hundreds of thousands of tourist photos to automatically reconstruct entire cities in about a day. The tool harnesses the increasingly large digital photo collections available on photo-sharing Web sites such as Flickr. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/virtual_vacation.mp3 65794 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:10:44 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation The newest, oldest common ancestor of apes and humans An international team of scientists has for the first time thoroughly described Ardipithecus ramidus, a hominid species that lived 4.4 million years ago in what is now Ethiopia. The female skeleton, nicknamed Ardi, is 4.4 million years old, 1.2 million years older than the skeleton of Lucy. An international team of scientists has for the first time thoroughly described Ardipithecus ramidus, a hominid species that lived 4.4 million years ago in what is now Ethiopia. The female skeleton, nicknamed Ardi, is 4.4 million years old, 1.2 million years older than the skeleton of Lucy. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/ardi_facts.mp3 65778 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:10:48 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Plant security A team of researchers in Denmark, at the University of California, Davis, and at UC Berkeley have identified a group of plant proteins that "shut the door" on bacteria that would otherwise infect the plant's leaves. The findings provide a better understanding of plants' immune systems and will likely find application in better protecting crops and horticultural plants against diseases. A team of researchers in Denmark, at the University of California, Davis, and at UC Berkeley have identified a group of plant proteins that "shut the door" on bacteria that would otherwise infect the plant's leaves. The findings provide a better understanding of plants' immune systems and will likely find application in better protecting crops and horticultural plants against diseases. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/bacterial_bouncers.mp3 65666 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:10:54 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation You choose your friends, but can you pick them out? Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say you're more likely to scan a room, jumping from object to object as you search for something. In addition, the timing of these jumps appears to be determined by waves of activity in the brain that act as a clock. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say you're more likely to scan a room, jumping from object to object as you search for something. In addition, the timing of these jumps appears to be determined by waves of activity in the brain that act as a clock. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/mind_scans.mp3 65667 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:09:52 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Testing buildings that are earthquake-proof Stanford engineers and others have created a structural design that lets buildings rock during earthquakes, then correct themselves when the shaking stops, confining damage to replaceable steel "fuses." Stanford engineers and others have created a structural design that lets buildings rock during earthquakes, then correct themselves when the shaking stops, confining damage to replaceable steel "fuses." http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/rock_house.mp3 65634 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:09:24 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Becoming invisible to incoming waves University of Utah mathematicians have developed a brand new cloaking method that functions through wave cancellation and could someday shield submarines from sonar, planes from radar, buildings from earthquakes, and coastal structures from tsunamis. Most previous research used interior cloaking, where the cloaking device envelops the cloaked object. Researchers say this new method "is the first active, exterior cloaking" technique. University of Utah mathematicians have developed a brand new cloaking method that functions through wave cancellation and could someday shield submarines from sonar, planes from radar, buildings from earthquakes, and coastal structures from tsunamis. Most previous research used interior cloaking, where the cloaking device envelops the cloaked object. Researchers say this new method "is the first active, exterior cloaking" technique. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/cloak_works.mp3 65633 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:09:47 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Musicians hear better because they hear differently A Northwestern University study is the first of its kind and demostrates that having musical training can help a listener distinguish between background noise and sound that the listener is meant to hear. A Northwestern University study is the first of its kind and demostrates that having musical training can help a listener distinguish between background noise and sound that the listener is meant to hear. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/trained_ear.mp3 65624 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:09:53 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Your computer getting to know you better Oregon State University researchers are pioneering the concept of "rich interaction" -- computers that do, in fact, want to communicate with, learn from, and get to know you better as a person. Oregon State University researchers are pioneering the concept of "rich interaction" -- computers that do, in fact, want to communicate with, learn from, and get to know you better as a person. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/computer_personal.mp3 65623 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:09:09 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Targeting cancer cells University of Illinois researchers report that they have assembled a new cancer drug delivery system that, in a cell culture, is able kill tumor cells and spare healthy cells. University of Illinois researchers report that they have assembled a new cancer drug delivery system that, in a cell culture, is able kill tumor cells and spare healthy cells. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/pilot_program.mp3 65588 Thu, 3 Sep 2009 03:09:21 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Tooling around An international team of researchers deduced that early modern humans living on the coast of the southern tip of Africa used fire to increase the quality and the effectiveness of their stone tools. An international team of researchers deduced that early modern humans living on the coast of the southern tip of Africa used fire to increase the quality and the effectiveness of their stone tools. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/bake_flake.mp3 65587 Thu, 3 Sep 2009 02:09:58 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, National Science Foundation Fishing for Answers Scientists found that highly managed fisheries caused 10 large troubled fish stocks to grow over the course of the study. Scientists found that highly managed fisheries caused 10 large troubled fish stocks to grow over the course of the study. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/fish_futures.mp3 65519 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:08:32 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Random Access Memories Researchers found that students with high memory storage capacities are better able to ignore distractions and stay focused on their assigned tasks. Researchers found that students with high memory storage capacities are better able to ignore distractions and stay focused on their assigned tasks. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/random_access.mp3 65519 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:08:32 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Face time with Einstein A hyper-realistic Einstein robot at the University of California, San Diego has learned to smile and make facial expressions through a process of self-guided learning. A hyper-realistic Einstein robot at the University of California, San Diego has learned to smile and make facial expressions through a process of self-guided learning. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/making_faces.mp3 65519 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 03:08:32 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Moving fluid with sound Reseachers at the University of Michigan are using sound waves to push sample fluids through tiny detectors that are only millimeters or centimeters in size. Reseachers at the University of Michigan are using sound waves to push sample fluids through tiny detectors that are only millimeters or centimeters in size. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/fluid_motion.mp3 65518 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 03:08:29 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Nanodiamonds deliver medicine Using nanodiamonds, researchers at Northwestern University have deomonstrated a method for delivering and releasing curative medicines to a specific location in the body. Using nanodiamonds, researchers at Northwestern University have deomonstrated a method for delivering and releasing curative medicines to a specific location in the body. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/diamond_delivery.mp3 65479 Thu, 6 Aug 2009 03:08:45 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation When "delete" means DELETE A team of computer scientists at the University of Washington developed a prototype system called Vanish that can place a time limit on information uploaded to the internet that causes all the information to become useless when the time is up. A team of computer scientists at the University of Washington developed a prototype system called Vanish that can place a time limit on information uploaded to the internet that causes all the information to become useless when the time is up. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/vanishing_act.mp3 65478 Thu, 6 Aug 2009 03:08:04 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Depicting mulecular structures, no games here Chemists at Stanford University have created new algorithms that use the computer technology behind today's video game systems to rapidly calculate and depict the structure of molecules. Chemists at Stanford University have created new algorithms that use the computer technology behind today's video game systems to rapidly calculate and depict the structure of molecules. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/game_on.mp3 65472 Tue, 4 Aug 2009 03:08:30 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Thinking Outside The -- Brain A University of Utah study shows that brain signals controlling arm movements can be detected accurately using new microelectrodes that sit on the brain but don't penetrate it. A University of Utah study shows that brain signals controlling arm movements can be detected accurately using new microelectrodes that sit on the brain but don't penetrate it. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/mind_readers.mp3 65237 Tue, 21 July 2009 03:06:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Manual Dexterity -- Trying to Put Our Finger On It A University of Southern California research team found that whether or not a person moves their finger from side to side quickly or slowly, they are able to maintain almost the same amount of downward force on an object. This finding calls into question theories that are over 70 years old regarding how human muscles function. A University of Southern California research team found that whether or not a person moves their finger from side to side quickly or slowly, they are able to maintain almost the same amount of downward force on an object. This finding calls into question theories that are over 70 years old regarding how human muscles function. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/finger_index.mp3 65237 Tue, 21 July 2009 03:06:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Past 'Leaves.' Researchers from Dublin's University College have unearthed striking evidence for a sudden ancient collapse in plant biodiversity. A trove of 200 million year-old fossilized leaves point to rising carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Researchers from Dublin's University College have unearthed striking evidence for a sudden ancient collapse in plant biodiversity. A trove of 200 million year-old fossilized leaves point to rising carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/past_leaves.mp3 65237 Thu, 9 July 2009 03:06:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Antimatter: The Power of 'Positron' Thinking. Two physicists at Washington State University have developed a concept for a 100% efficient, portable fuel cell that uses positrons from antimatter as its energy source. Two physicists at Washington State University have developed a concept for a 100% efficient, portable fuel cell that uses positrons from antimatter as its energy source. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/upping_anti.mp3 65237 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:06:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Super-Hydrophobia keeps plants and animals dry Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, are studying the physical property of repelling water known as super-hydrophobia. Through computer aided tests, researches pinpointed what allows the surface of some plants and animals to always repel water. Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, are studying the physical property of repelling water known as super-hydrophobia. Through computer aided tests, researches pinpointed what allows the surface of some plants and animals to always repel water. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/wet_wild.mp3 65237 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 03:06:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Looking for happiness? Ask a stranger for help. A new study out of Harvard and the University of Virginia finds that you are more likely to know what will make you happy if you ask a total stranger. Another person's experiences are often more informative than your own best guess. A new study out of Harvard and the University of Virginia finds that you are more likely to know what will make you happy if you ask a total stranger. Another person's experiences are often more informative than your own best guess. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/vicarious_thrill.mp3 65236 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 03:06:49 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Reducing emissions will reduce climate change impacts The threat of climate change can still be greatly diminished if nations cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent during this century. Global temperatures would still rise, but events like sea-level rise might be partially avoided. The threat of climate change can still be greatly diminished if nations cut their greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent during this century. Global temperatures would still rise, but events like sea-level rise might be partially avoided. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/changing_change.mp3 65014 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:04:31 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Research on fruit fly neurons bares fruit A Caltech biologist and his research team have indentified how the antennea of fruit flies process the feeling of wind and then how the flies respond by standing completely still. A Caltech biologist and his research team have indentified how the antennea of fruit flies process the feeling of wind and then how the flies respond by standing completely still. http://nsfgov.http.internapcdn.net/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/blow_flies.mp3 64926 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:04:55 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Can that old stuff; organic electronics are the future Researchers at Cornell University and the University of Melbourne, Australia, are fabricating organic semiconducting materials from a gentle solvent called Supercritical Carbon Dioxide. Researchers at Cornell University and the University of Melbourne, Australia, are fabricating organic semiconducting materials from a gentle solvent called Supercritical Carbon Dioxide. 64907 Wed, 8 Apr 2009 02:04:48 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation High altitude hosts A University of Colorado at Boulder research team has determined that gases rising from deep within the Earth, fuel the world's highest known microbial ecosystems, which were detected near the rim of the Socompa volcano in the Andes. A University of Colorado at Boulder research team has determined that gases rising from deep within the Earth, fuel the world's highest known microbial ecosystems, which were detected near the rim of the Socompa volcano in the Andes. 64801 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:03:07 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Worms, the new canaries in a coal mine? Two researchers at Brigham Young University are studying the impacts of global warming on Antartica's ecosystem by looking at the relationship between rising temperatures and a specialized worm that makes its own antifreeze. Two researchers at Brigham Young University are studying the impacts of global warming on Antartica's ecosystem by looking at the relationship between rising temperatures and a specialized worm that makes its own antifreeze. 64718 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:03:44 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Scientists teleport information between atoms Scientists at the Universities of Maryland and Michigan along with those at the Joint Quantum Institute have, for the first time ever, sucessfully teleported information between two atoms at a distance of one meter. Scientists at the Universities of Maryland and Michigan along with those at the Joint Quantum Institute have, for the first time ever, sucessfully teleported information between two atoms at a distance of one meter. 64665 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:02:45 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Warming weather could harm crop production New research conducted by the Univeristy of Washington and Stanford University shows that a rapidly warming climate is likely to seriously damage crop production within the tropics and subtropics by the end of this century. New research conducted by the Univeristy of Washington and Stanford University shows that a rapidly warming climate is likely to seriously damage crop production within the tropics and subtropics by the end of this century. 64548 Tue, 3 Feb 2009 02:02:36 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Batteries from bacteria bac-teries? Researchers at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are studying a remarkable species of becteria that produces electric current when attached to a graphite electrode or other conductive surface. Researchers at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are studying a remarkable species of becteria that produces electric current when attached to a graphite electrode or other conductive surface. 63305 Mon, 2 Feb 2009 08:02:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Why plastic is so plastic A research team at the University of Wisconsin at Madison has uncovered what makes plastics so malleable. Molecules that make up plastics can rearrange themselves up to 1,000 times faster while under stress, giving them the ability to flow or bend. A research team at the University of Wisconsin at Madison has uncovered what makes plastics so malleable. Molecules that make up plastics can rearrange themselves up to 1,000 times faster while under stress, giving them the ability to flow or bend. 63418 Mon, 2 Feb 2009 08:02:59 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation A new kind of swat team Researchers at the University of Central Florida are teaming up with the Virtual Reality Medical Center to immerse stroke survivors in a virtual game-world that is full of flying insects with the goal of expanding the survivors' range of movement. Researchers at the University of Central Florida are teaming up with the Virtual Reality Medical Center to immerse stroke survivors in a virtual game-world that is full of flying insects with the goal of expanding the survivors' range of movement. 63246 Mon, 2 Feb 2009 08:02:09 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation New, multi-faceted device for cancer treatment A Northwestern University research team has developed a promising nanomaterial-based biomedical device that could be used to deliver chemotheraphy drugs locally to sites where cancerous tumors have been surgically removed. A Northwestern University research team has developed a promising nanomaterial-based biomedical device that could be used to deliver chemotheraphy drugs locally to sites where cancerous tumors have been surgically removed. 63069 Mon, 2 Feb 2009 08:02:23 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Nano-particles can deliver big A research team at Penn State University has used chemicals to create nano-motors that drive nanoparticles from one location to another. A research team at Penn State University has used chemicals to create nano-motors that drive nanoparticles from one location to another. 63466 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:01:23 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation A virus with a molecular motor Researchers at Purdue University and The Catholic University of America have proposed a new mechanism for how the motor inside of a virus works in order to propel the virus from one location to another. Researchers at Purdue University and The Catholic University of America have proposed a new mechanism for how the motor inside of a virus works in order to propel the virus from one location to another. 63428 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 03:01:43 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Men are red, women are green A professor at Brown University has determined that men's faces tend to have a more reddish skin tone, while a greenish facial skin tone is more common for women. A professor at Brown University has determined that men's faces tend to have a more reddish skin tone, while a greenish facial skin tone is more common for women. 63419 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:01:14 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/tool_time.mp3 Georgetown University researcher studies subset of bottlenose dolphin that uses marine sponges as a tool to hunt for food.Georgetown University researcher studies subset of bottlenose dolphin that uses marine sponges as a tool to hunt for food. Sun, 19 Dec 2008 17:06:00 EST no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/bac_tery.mp3 Researchers at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are studying a remarkable species of becteria that produces electric current when attached to a graphite electrode or other conductive surface.Researchers at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities are studying a remarkable species of becteria that produces electric current when attached to a graphite electrode or other conductive surface. Sun, 15 Dec 2008 17:06:00 EST no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/ruly_bully.mp3 Brain scans of young, aggressive bullies suggest they may actually enjoy seeing others in pain, according to a new University of Chicago study.Brain scans of young, aggressive bullies suggest they may actually enjoy seeing others in pain, according to a new University of Chicago study. Sun, 2 Dec 2008 17:06:00 EST no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/swat_team.mp3 Researchers at the University of Central Florida are teaming up with the Virtual Reality Medical Center to immerse stroke survivors in a virtual game-world that is full of flying insects with the goal of expanding the survivors' range of movement.Researchers at the University of Central Florida are teaming up with the Virtual Reality Medical Center to immerse stroke survivors in a virtual game-world that is full of flying insects with the goal of expanding the survivors' range of movement. Sun, 2 Dec 2008 17:06:00 EST no National Science Foundation Could this be a growing trend in prisons? Nalini Nadkarni of Evergreen State College currently advises a team of researchers, who also happen to be inmates at Cedar Creek Corrections Center, on how best to cultivate slow-growing mosses that are reguarly stripped from Pacific Northwest forests by horticulturalists. Nalini Nadkarni of Evergreen State College currently advises a team of researchers, who also happen to be inmates at Cedar Creek Corrections Center, on how best to cultivate slow-growing mosses that are reguarly stripped from Pacific Northwest forests by horticulturalists. 63186 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:11:02 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation New metal foam makes an impact An ultra-high-strength composite metal foam developed by engineers at North Carolina State University helps absorb the energy from impacts better than any known metal foam, offering applications in many safety devices. An ultra-high-strength composite metal foam developed by engineers at North Carolina State University helps absorb the energy from impacts better than any known metal foam, offering applications in many safety devices. 63188 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:11:43 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Some day farmers may plant more than seeds Iowa State researchers are working on creating high tech networks of underground sensors that could be buried throughout a farmer's field to supply the farmer with constant feedback on soil moisture and other ground conditions. Iowa State researchers are working on creating high tech networks of underground sensors that could be buried throughout a farmer's field to supply the farmer with constant feedback on soil moisture and other ground conditions. 63092 Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:10:10 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation New, multi-faceted' device for cancer treatment A Northwestern University research team has developed a promising nanomaterial-based biomedical device that could be used to deliver chemotheraphy drugs locally to sites where cancerous tumors have been surgically removed. A Northwestern University research team has developed a promising nanomaterial-based biomedical device that could be used to deliver chemotheraphy drugs locally to sites where cancerous tumors have been surgically removed. 63069 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:10:32 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Atmospheric effects of the sudden loss of forests Pine bark beetles appear to be doing more than killing large swaths of forests in the Rocky Mountains. Scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado, suspect that their hunger for trees is also altering local weather patterns and air quality. Pine bark beetles appear to be doing more than killing large swaths of forests in the Rocky Mountains. Scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado, suspect that their hunger for trees is also altering local weather patterns and air quality. 63068 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:10:02 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Now fear this! Researchers at Emory University have located a protein that might play a key role in the formation and retention of fear memory. The researchers removed this protein from cells and, when this was done, their test subjects were less frightened by the same things that once gave them great fear. Researchers at Emory University have located a protein that might play a key role in the formation and retention of fear memory. The researchers removed this protein from cells and, when this was done, their test subjects were less frightened by the same things that once gave them great fear. 63047 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 02:10:48 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Filling up on sugar? Research teams from Virent Energy Systems and the University of Wisconsin at Madison have successfully converted sugar--potentially derived from agricultural waste and non-food plants--into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and a range of other valuable chemicals. Research teams from Virent Energy Systems and the University of Wisconsin at Madison have successfully converted sugar--potentially derived from agricultural waste and non-food plants--into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and a range of other valuable chemicals. 62979 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 03:09:05 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Biologists identify genes controlling rythmic plant growth. A team of biologists from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, UC San Diego and Oregon State University has identified the genes that enable plants to undergo bursts of rhythmic growth at night and allow them to compete when their leaves are shaded by other plants. A team of biologists from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, UC San Diego and Oregon State University has identified the genes that enable plants to undergo bursts of rhythmic growth at night and allow them to compete when their leaves are shaded by other plants. 62896 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:09:28 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Tree snakes...Guam's trees at stake. New research conducted by University of Washington biologists suggests that the invasive brown tree snake has had an indirect impact on Guam's forests due to the snake's hunting of the island's bird population to near extinction. New research conducted by University of Washington biologists suggests that the invasive brown tree snake has had an indirect impact on Guam's forests due to the snake's hunting of the island's bird population to near extinction. 62833 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:09:58 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Bugs' diving ability no longer bugs researchers MIT mathematicians have now figured out exactly how hundreds of types of insect species are able to spend much of their time under water. When these insects submerge, their rough, water repellent coats trap air next to their bodies and form a small airpocket from which to breathe. MIT mathematicians have now figured out exactly how hundreds of types of insect species are able to spend much of their time under water. When these insects submerge, their rough, water repellent coats trap air next to their bodies and form a small airpocket from which to breathe. 62825 Thu, 4 Sep 2008 03:09:13 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Moving magnets lets disabled move their world Engineers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a new assistive technology, the Tongue Drive system, which could help individuals with severe disabilities lead more independent lives by allowing them to operate powered wheelchairs and computers using only their tongues. Engineers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a new assistive technology, the Tongue Drive system, which could help individuals with severe disabilities lead more independent lives by allowing them to operate powered wheelchairs and computers using only their tongues. 62801 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:08:52 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation What's in a face? Princeton psychology researchers have developed a computer program that allows scientists to understand better then ever before what it is about certain human faces that makes them appear either trustworthy or fearsome. Princeton psychology researchers have developed a computer program that allows scientists to understand better then ever before what it is about certain human faces that makes them appear either trustworthy or fearsome. 62772 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:08:42 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation A 'Crantastic Voyage' into the urinary tract A 'Crantastic Voyage' into the urinary tract to see just how cranberry juice works on infection. Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute reveal that the juice changes the properties of bacteria that cause urinary tract infection and creates an energy barrier that prevents them from adhering to cells. A 'Crantastic Voyage' into the urinary tract to see just how cranberry juice works on infection. Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute reveal that the juice changes the properties of bacteria that cause urinary tract infection and creates an energy barrier that prevents them from adhering to cells. 62764 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:08:22 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation A process seen in plants that could make your home a power plant In a major leap that could transform solar power from a marginal energy source into a mainstream energy source, MIT researchers have overcome a major barrier to large-scale solar power: storing energy for use when the sun doesn't shine. Until now, solar power has been a daytime-only energy source, because storing extra solar energy for later use is prohibitively expensive and grossly inefficient. MIT researchers have hit upon a simple, inexpensive, highly efficient process for storing solar energy. In a major leap that could transform solar power from a marginal energy source into a mainstream energy source, MIT researchers have overcome a major barrier to large-scale solar power: storing energy for use when the sun doesn't shine. Until now, solar power has been a daytime-only energy source, because storing extra solar energy for later use is prohibitively expensive and grossly inefficient. MIT researchers have hit upon a simple, inexpensive, highly efficient process for storing solar energy. 62715 Tue, 5 Aug 2008 03:08:43 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Vocal fish finally get heard New research shows that vocal communication evolved from ancient fish species. New research shows that vocal communication evolved from ancient fish species. 62680 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:07:34 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Antibodies see cancer cells for what they really are Cancer cells use tricks to hide from our body's immune system. One trick is to mask their presence in the body. Now, a bioengineer from Yale University has created cell-sized plastic spheres that both prep the immune system to recognize specific diseases and also increase the immune system's fighting force. Cancer cells use tricks to hide from our body's immune system. One trick is to mask their presence in the body. Now, a bioengineer from Yale University has created cell-sized plastic spheres that both prep the immune system to recognize specific diseases and also increase the immune system's fighting force. 62672 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:07:28 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Car buddy system deters theft The annoying blare of an ignored car alarm may become a sound of the past if a cooperative, muteable and silent network of monitors proposed by Penn State University researchers is deployed in automobiles and in parking lots. The annoying blare of an ignored car alarm may become a sound of the past if a cooperative, muteable and silent network of monitors proposed by Penn State University researchers is deployed in automobiles and in parking lots. 62671 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:07:28 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Prehistoric men fought hard for their women http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/primal_urges.mp3 A mass grave of skeletons in southwestern Germany suggests that neighboring tribes from prehistoric times were prepared to kill their male rivals to secure their women. A mass grave of skeletons in southwestern Germany suggests that neighboring tribes from prehistoric times were prepared to kill their male rivals to secure their women. 62600 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:07:07 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/degrees_survival.mp3 Rising temps may cause tropics to go off course University of Washington scientists have found that species living in the tropical centers of the world are likely to face greater peril from global warming than those species located in cooler climates, because their tolerance for temperature increases is much narrower. University of Washington scientists have found that species living in the tropical centers of the world are likely to face greater peril from global warming than those species located in cooler climates, because their tolerance for temperature increases is much narrower. 62601 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:07:48 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/happy_trails.mp3 National Science Foundation Maturity may not only bring wisdom, but also happiness Americans grow happier as they grow older, according to social science researchers at the University of Chicago, whose 33-year study is one of the most thorough examinations of happiness ever done in America. Americans grow happier as they grow older, according to social science researchers at the University of Chicago, whose 33-year study is one of the most thorough examinations of happiness ever done in America. 62478 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:06:59 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/jabba_frog.mp3 National Science Foundation Devil Frog fossil links ancient species to the present day A team of researchers, led by a Stony Brook University paleontologist, discovered the remains of what may be the largest frog ever to exist. The fossilized remains of this 16-inch, 10-pound ancient frog were found in Madagascar and link a group of frogs that lived 65-70 million years ago with frogs living today in South America. A team of researchers, led by a Stony Brook University paleontologist, discovered the remains of what may be the largest frog ever to exist. The fossilized remains of this 16-inch, 10-pound ancient frog were found in Madagascar and link a group of frogs that lived 65-70 million years ago with frogs living today in South America. 62479 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:06:40 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/chain_mail.mp3 National Science Foundation Links in e-mail chain letters not well connected It was once thought that e-mail chain letters traveled to internet users in much the same way that disease spreads during an epidemic--people receive a message and then pass it on to those they come in contact with. However, new research from Cornell University and Carleton College suggests that e-mail chain letters travel in a less direct, more diffuse pattern than previously assumed. It was once thought that e-mail chain letters traveled to internet users in much the same way that disease spreads during an epidemic--people receive a message and then pass it on to those they come in contact with. However, new research from Cornell University and Carleton College suggests that e-mail chain letters travel in a less direct, more diffuse pattern than previously assumed. 62509 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:06:20 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/power_flower.mp3 National Science Foundation Industrial might overshadows flower power Air pollution from power plants and automobiles is diminishing the fragrance of flowers and thereby inhibiting the ability of pollinating insects to follow scent trails to their source, a new University of Virginia study indicates. Air pollution from power plants and automobiles is diminishing the fragrance of flowers and thereby inhibiting the ability of pollinating insects to follow scent trails to their source, a new University of Virginia study indicates. 62508 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:06:01 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/true_lies.mp3 National Science Foundation Children more likely to tell truth than adults Two researchers at Cornell University argue that children are more likely to tell the truth while under oath in court because their minds depend heavily on remembering what actually occurred, as opposed to adults, whose minds depend heavily on the meaning or interpretation of what occurred. Two researchers at Cornell University argue that children are more likely to tell the truth while under oath in court because their minds depend heavily on remembering what actually occurred, as opposed to adults, whose minds depend heavily on the meaning or interpretation of what occurred. 62438 Mon, 9 Jun 2008 10:06:25 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/maglev_mouse.mp3 National Science Foundation Computer mouse allows user to feel objects shown on screen Thanks to a touch-based interface developed at Carnegie Mellon University, computers that have long been used as tools in designing and manipulating three-dimensional objects may soon provide people with a way to sense or feel the texture of those same objects. Thanks to a touch-based interface developed at Carnegie Mellon University, computers that have long been used as tools in designing and manipulating three-dimensional objects may soon provide people with a way to sense or feel the texture of those same objects. 62437 Mon, 9 Jun 2008 10:06:16 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Treating cells in the blood stream http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/on_a_roll.mp3 MIT and University of Rochester researchers report important advances toward a therapeutic device that has the potential to capture cells as they flow through the blood stream and to treat them. Among other applications, such a device could zap cancer cells spreading to other tissues. MIT and University of Rochester researchers report important advances toward a therapeutic device that has the potential to capture cells as they flow through the blood stream and to treat them. Among other applications, such a device could zap cancer cells spreading to other tissues. 62354 Tue, 20 May 2008 02:05:15 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Serious emotions, serious spending http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/blues_light_special.mp3 A team of behavioral scientists from four major U.S. universities found that people who feel sad and self-focused are willing to pay more money for goods than those in neutral states of feeling. A team of behavioral scientists from four major U.S. universities found that people who feel sad and self-focused are willing to pay more money for goods than those in neutral states of feeling. 62353 Tue, 20 May 2008 02:05:44 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Bats have larger ecological impact than previously known http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/cafe_latte.mp3 At a time when bat populations are declining worldwide, a new University of Michigan study shows the bat's impact on ecological systems. The study reveals that bats exceed birds in their ability to devour coffee-eating insects on organic coffee farms. At a time when bat populations are declining worldwide, a new University of Michigan study shows the bat's impact on ecological systems. The study reveals that bats exceed birds in their ability to devour coffee-eating insects on organic coffee farms. 62329 Mon, 12 May 2008 11:05:41 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/tiny_tunes.mp3 Music files 1,000 times smaller than MP3s? Researchers at the University of Rochester have made it possible to digitally reproduce music in a file nearly 1,000 times smaller than a regular MP3 file by recreating in a computer both the real world physics of a clarinet and the physics of a clarinet player. Researchers at the University of Rochester have made it possible to digitally reproduce music in a file nearly 1,000 times smaller than a regular MP3 file by recreating in a computer both the real world physics of a clarinet and the physics of a clarinet player. 62328 Mon, 12 May 2008 10:05:26 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/gasoline_plant.mp3 National Science Foundation Popular poplar, the advent of green gasoline Researchers at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst have made a breakthrough in the development of green gasoline, a liquid identical to standard gasoline yet created from sustainable biomass sources like switchgrass and poplar trees. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst have made a breakthrough in the development of green gasoline, a liquid identical to standard gasoline yet created from sustainable biomass sources like switchgrass and poplar trees. 62271 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 01:04:51 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/tropical_hunch.mp3 National Science Foundation Computer models predict location of furture disease outbreaks Using global databases and sophisticated computer models to analyze patterns of emerging diseases, scientists from four well-known institutions are able for the first time to plot, map and predict where future pandemics might originate. Using global databases and sophisticated computer models to analyze patterns of emerging diseases, scientists from four well-known institutions are able for the first time to plot, map and predict where future pandemics might originate. 62206 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:04:19 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no National Science Foundation Imagine me and you. I do. http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/companion_pieces.mp3 New research at the University of Chicago finds evidence for a clever way that people manage to alleviate the pain of loneliness: They create people in their surroundings to keep them company. New research at the University of Chicago finds evidence for a clever way that people manage to alleviate the pain of loneliness: They create people in their surroundings to keep them company. 62180 Thu, 3 Apr 2008 02:04:00 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation, NSF, no National Science Foundation http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/flight_path.mp3 The origins of flight, an uphill battle A new study from the University of Montana Flight Laboratory regarding the evolution of flight suggests birds evolved by learning to use their wings to run up steep surfaces in order to avoid predators and, eventually, became strong enough for true flight. A new study from the University of Montana Flight Laboratory regarding the evolution of flight suggests birds evolved by learning to use their wings to run up steep surfaces in order to avoid predators and, eventually, became strong enough for true flight. 62160 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 04:03:02 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/vote_of_confidence.mp3 National Science Foundation Casting doubt on voting accuracy Electronic voting technology easily passes the tests of voter confidence and satisfaction, but users still make too many mistakes, says a major new study led by the University of Maryland and conducted with the University of Rochester and the University of Michigan. Electronic voting technology easily passes the tests of voter confidence and satisfaction, but users still make too many mistakes, says a major new study led by the University of Maryland and conducted with the University of Rochester and the University of Michigan. 62117 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:03:13 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no http://nsfgov.httpsvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/nsfgov_vitalstream_com/podcast/systematic_search.mp3 National Science Foundation Scaled-down solar system A team of international astronomers reported the discovery of a solar system nearly 5,000 light years away containing scaled-down versions of Jupiter and Saturn, suggesting that our galaxy could conceivably contain many star systems similar to our own. A team of international astronomers reported the discovery of a solar system nearly 5,000 light years away containing scaled-down versions of Jupiter and Saturn, suggesting that our galaxy could conceivably contain many star systems similar to our own. 62063 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:02:57 EST 1:30 National Science Foundation,NSF, no