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NASA Plans to Assign Missions for Two Future Artemis Cargo Landers

NASA Plans to Assign Missions for Two Future Artemis Cargo Landers

NASA, along with its industry and international partners, is preparing for sustained exploration of the lunar surface with…

Nov 21, 20243 min read
Curiosity, images, and scientific exploration

Curiosity, images, and scientific exploration

Professor of the practice Alan Lightman’s new book digs into the wonder of striking visual phenomena in nature. 

Nov 21, 20249 min read
How can electrons can split into fractions of themselves?

How can electrons can split into fractions of themselves?

Physicists were surprised to discover electrons in pentalayer graphene can exhibit fractional charge. New study suggests how this…

Nov 20, 20247 min read
IAEA Boosts Medical Assistance to Ukraine Nuclear Sites with Delivery of Two Ambulances

IAEA Boosts Medical Assistance to Ukraine Nuclear Sites with Delivery of Two Ambulances

he International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) handed over two new ambulances to Ukraine today to help ensure vital…

Nov 20, 20246 min read
ESA Committed to Boosting European Launch Services

ESA Committed to Boosting European Launch Services

ESA is extending its commitment to the new generation of commercial-led European launch services through its ‘Boost!’ program,

Nov 20, 20244 min read
Two Pseudo-nitzschia diatom species identified in Luzon

Two Pseudo-nitzschia diatom species identified in Luzon

The two Pseudo-nitzschia species found in Luzon produce a dangerous neurotoxin that can cause severe sickness and permanent…

Nov 20, 20243 min read

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Women Scientists in Developing Countries Receive Elsevier Foundation Awards for Physics and Math

Women Scientists in Developing Countries Receive Elsevier Foundation Awards for Physics and Math

ByAmrita TuladharFeb 13, 20156 min read

Talented Nigerian, Sudanese and Vietnamese scientists honored at AAAS Annual Meeting San Jose, California– Four physicists and a mathematician have been named winners of the 2015 Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World, in recognition of research that has strong potential social and economic benefits. The winning scholars are from […]

Fortune slips (o-mikuji) and prayer sticks for bonfire (o-hitaki) At New Year’s, people read fortune slips to check their fortunes for the coming year. The slips are popular among young women. People burn wooden prayer sticks to pray for the safety of their families and the prosperity of their businesses. Both are New Year events. Copyright : Waseda University

Japan’s Traditional Culture of Folk Beliefs

ByAmrita TuladharFeb 11, 20156 min read

Many people in Japan visited Shinto shrines at the beginning of the new year. Long lines formed at even the small local shrine near my home, snaking out of the…

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Top Nepalese doctor combats brain condition worlddwide

ByAmrita TuladharFeb 10, 20154 min read

A leading Nepali doctor is helping to combat a life threatening condition later this month when he broadcasts globally as part of World Encephalitis Day (WED) on 22 February. Professor Ajit…

ASEAN smart farmers: The power of sharing

ASEAN smart farmers: The power of sharing

ByAmrita TuladharFeb 8, 20153 min read

Over 150 farmers and supporters from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries gathered to exchange ideas and learned about regional innovations and knowledge during the Smart Farmer Regional Carnival…