Posts Tagged Scientist

Threatened whale sharks seen in Gulf oil spill

Whale sharks, the huge fish that feed by vacuuming the sea surface, have been seen in heavy oil a few miles from BPs spewing well in the Gulf of Mexico, a scientist says.

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City scientist invents pocket fridge. The innovative mind of Subroto Dutta, working in CMC, Research and Development in Hyderabad, is looking for small handy gadget for easy and effective use.

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Against the element (The Scientist)

Grisly research in the Arctic is calling into question what we think we know about mercurys toxic effects

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Mpemba effect: Why hot water can freeze faster than cold (PhysOrg)

(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists have known for generations that hot water can sometimes freeze faster than cold, an effect known as the Mpemba effect, but until now have not understood why. Several theories have been proposed, but one scientist believes he has the answer.

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Dry out, put away (The Scientist)

No freezers required: Just add water, and samples come back to life

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