Jacob Bigeleisen, Isotope Chemist on Manhattan Project, Dies at 91
Dr. Bigeleisen’s approach was ultimately unsuccessful, but he went on to open a new field of chemistry that studied ways to speed up or slow down chemical reactions. feeds.nytimes.com |
Strengthening La Nina could mean more hurricanes
By RANDOLPH E. SCHMID 2010-09-09T17:21:36ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- The La Nina climate phenomenon is strengthening, increasing the likelihood an active hurricane season could get even busier.... hosted.ap.org |
When Green Building Is Not Green Enough
Some energy and building experts say that the most popular efficiency standards, including the federal government's Energy Star building program, are not ambitious enough to tackle problems like global warming. feeds.nytimes.com |
Ocean currents offer insight into climate change
Marine researchers say their study of ocean currents is shedding new light on global climate change. abc.net.au |
Swiss archaeologists find 5,000-year-old door
By FRANK JORDANS 2010-10-20T21:17:28ZGENEVA (AP) -- Archaeologists in the Swiss city of Zurich have unearthed a 5,000-year-old door that may be one of the oldest ever found in Europe.... hosted.ap.org |