The MONA Nanophotonics Technology Roadmap now available
Nanowerk: During 2 years (2005-2007), the MONA ("Merging Optics and Nanotechnologies") consortium has been working through workshops, symposia and expert interviews at establishing a roadmap for photonics and nanotechnologies in Europe. nanoforum.org
Drug-resistant TB rising sharply, WHO warns
Multiple-drug-resistant tuberculosis cases in parts of the former Soviet Union have reached the highest rates ever recorded and could soar even higher, spreading the bacterial disease elsewhere, the World Health Organization said Tuesday. iht.com
Ore. Farmers Press for More Bee Research
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Oregon farmers are hoping that the state's premier academics will help them figure out what is causing a sudden decline in the bee population that's hitting home in the Pacific Northwest.... hosted.ap.org
Brand new 1930s house is built to test energy efficiency
E.ON and University of Nottingham build replica 1930s house to test technologies aimed at improving energy performance of Britain's ageing housing stock guardian.co.uk