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The building blocks of Lego
Human touch is key to creating Lego kits, but 3D software makes it all happen.
FDA: Food protection plan shows progress
WASHINGTON, July 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says its plan to keep U.S. citizens enjoying one of the safest food supplies in the world...
Chemical robots squeeze into our future
Soft and squishy chemical robots will one day squeeze through tight spots then expand to 10 times larger, offering an advantage over rigid robots. Once a mission is complete, a...
National Briefing | Washington: Delay in Medicare Cuts for Doctors
Medicare will delay processing doctors’ claims to give Congress time to pass legislation that would block a scheduled 10 percent cut in payments.
Adam Rutherford: Why we need more physics teachers - now
Adam Rutherford: To answer the really important questions, we need physicists. Relying on combined science in schools won't help address the chronic shortage
Warner Music Group to offer music through Nokia phones
Finnish mobile phone giant Nokia said Tuesday that the Warner Music Group had agreed to join its soon-to-be launched music service programme, giving its device users access to music published...
Tongue-controlled System Assists Individuals with Disabilities
A new assistive technology developed by engineers at the Georgia Institute of Technology could help individuals with severe disabilities lead more independent lives.
The Tunguska Impact--100 Years Later
One hundred years after the Tunguska event in Siberia, scientists review what they've learned about the mysterious blast from the heavens.
Wake-up call to business: Tighten up on information security
According to the Department of Trade and Industry there are 4.5 million businesses in the UK of which 99.3% are small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs), employing 0-49 employees. ...
Feature: Service with a 'one-click' smile
The Internet is revolutionising the way that we shop, and programmers are working hard to make sure online customer service keeps up, reports David Adams.
Protection to slow dolphin's decline
Research has found that new protection measures to be put in place in New Zealand will slow, but not stop, the decline of Hector's dolphin.
Nuclear explosions could be key to spotting fake paintings
A Russian curator says she's developed a foolproof method of determining whether a piece of art was made before or after 1945 in order to sniff out fake paintings.
Colombia calls for applications to massive science fund
The Colombian government is calling for applications to a massive fund to support advanced training, science and innovation in the country.
Microsoft to stop selling Windows XP on Monday
(AP) -- Microsoft Corp. is scheduled to stop selling its Windows XP operating system to retailers and major computer makers Monday, despite protests from a slice of PC users...
Russia to create Internet addresses in Cyrillic
Russia will be able to create its first Internet addresses using the Cyrillic alphabet next year, communications ministry official Vladimir Vassiliev told Interfax news agency on Sunday.
NYC keeps the cannoli but drops the trans fats
(AP) -- Making cannoli is serious business in New York. It's a dessert so tempting that even a hit man in the "Godfather" couldn't leave a box behind.
Hamilton To Move To Oxford
Chemist and Yale Provost Andrew Hamilton is nominated vice chancellor of Oxford
Bad Moon Rising For U.S. Workforce
Employment is down for five months in a row, but chemists, other graduates are doing a little better
Celanese Settles Legacy Lawsuit
Firm agrees to pay $107 million to resolve polyester fiber price-fixing claims
Hexion Seeks To End Huntsman Deal
Firm cites Huntsman's finances, banks' reluctance as reasons to renege on merger
Deal on NHS drugs set to trim pharma profits
Price of branded drugs cut by two per cent and off-patent drugs to face competition from generics
Global industries call for carbon cuts
Chemical companies included in policy document ahead of G8 summit in Japan
Miniaturised sewing machines
Single threads of DNA can now be manipulated using miniaturised hooks and bobbins, thanks to Japanese scientists
EU pesticide threat
European agriculture ministers agree to ease proposed pesticide restrictions – setting up a clash with the European Parliament
Dow And Others Raise Prices, Again
Chemical firms plan higher prices and cutbacks to offset costs
Drug approved for range of ailments
INDIANAPOLIS, June 29 (UPI) -- Cymbalta has been racking up U.S. government approvals for a variety of uses since it was introduced as an anti-depressant in 2004, healthcare...
Chief of 9/11 Health Programs Gains Support
Dr. John Howard has coordinated the federal government’s health programs for ground zero workers since 2006, and many fear that those programs will become endangered when he leaves his job.
Senate Democrats Attack Republicans on Medicare
Democrats moved swiftly to assail Republican senators for voting against a major Medicare bill that would have averted a 10 percent cut in payments to doctors.