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'Jules Verne' begins final voyage
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:27:47 -0000
Europe's space freighter undocks from the International Space Station after completing its mission to the orbiting platform.
Universal flu vaccine tests start
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:00:21 -0000
A universal flu vaccine which could mean an end to the annual flu jab is being trialled on UK volunteers.
Rosetta probe makes asteroid pass
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:32:03 -0000
Europe's Rosetta space probe makes a close pass of asteroid Steins, taking pictures and recording other scientific data.
L.A. Times - Science
Ice shelf breaks away in Canadian Arctic
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700
The 19-square-mile Markham Ice Shelf is now floating in the Arctic Ocean. An Arctic ice shelf specialist says 83 square miles of ice has been lost from shelves this summer. Ice shelf breaks off in Arctic
Hanna-Ike-Josephine storm trio isn't an anomaly
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700
Global warming can't be blamed for the trifecta -- headed toward the Southeast U.S. -- meteorologists say. It's just 'peak season in an active hurricane cycle.' Despite the prospect of three major tropical storms heading toward the Southeastern United States, meteorologists say that the conga-line assault is not particularly unusual in the stormy history of the region.
Straying mate? His genes may be to blame
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700
That cheating husband could have a gene variant that scientists have linked to higher risks of marital discord and divorce. (He could even have two.) Men are more likely to be devoted and loyal husbands when they lack a particular variant of a gene that influences brain activity, researchers reported this week.
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European space probe completes asteroid fly by
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:09:48 -0400
BERLIN (Reuters) - The European Space Agency obtained on Saturday the first images of an asteroid 360 million km (224 million miles) from earth, part of a space mission which scientists hope will help them understand the origins of the planets.
New fingerprint method could unlock cold cases
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:06:40 -0400
LONDON (Reuters) - It's a discovery that would make even Sherlock Holmes proud. British scientists have developed a new crime-fighting technique that allows police to lift fingerprints from bullets even if a criminal has wiped down a shell casing.
Storms delay space shuttle launch to Hubble
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:32:17 -0400
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - Space shuttle Atlantis' launch on a final mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope has been delayed because of tropical storms, NASA said on Friday.
AP Top Science News At 9:51 a.m. EDT
Spacecraft flies by remote asteroid, camera stops
By KATRIN SCHIEFER and GEORGE FREY Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:51:26 -0000
DARMSTADT, Germany (AP) -- The European deep space probe Rosetta successfully completed a flyby of an asteroid millions of miles from earth, but its high resolution camera stopped shortly before the closest pass, space officials said Saturday....
Cassini detects partial rings with Saturn's moons
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 04:35:23 -0000
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- The latest images from NASA's Cassini spacecraft show faint, partial rings orbiting with two of Saturn's small inner moons, scientists said Friday....
Oldest gorilla in captivity dies in Dallas at 55
By LINDA STEWART BALL Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:10:15 -0000
DALLAS (AP) -- The oldest gorilla in captivity, a 55-year-old female named Jenny, has died at the Dallas Zoo - her home for more than half a century, a spokesman said Friday....
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NOVA scienceNOW: Phoenix Mars Lander
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NASA's latest robot has already found frozen water and is looking for more signs that the Red Planet could support life.
NOVA scienceNOW: Brain Trauma
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Even so-called "mild" head injuries turn out to be anything but.
NOVA scienceNOW: Mammoth Mystery
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A pair of mammoth skeletons is found locked together by their tusks. What happened?
Newsweek Technology Headlines
The Cloud's Chrome Lining
Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0000
What Google's browser suggests about the way the search giant views the Web
Virtual Viewpoint
Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0000
A new online software service allows you to build three-dimensional scenes out of dozens of photographs.
Of Sludge and Salad: Wastewater Greens the World's Gardens
Tue, 19 Aug 2008 03:14:52 -0000
You might want to hold your nose for this one.
Innovation
Horizon highlights – Tough questions for Obama, tough gadgets for soldiers, and tough love for Chrome
cgaylord Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:15:03 -0000
Our regular roundup of sci-tech stories from across the Web includes: Where does Obama stand on science issues? How sturdy are Panasonic Toughbooks? And how good is Google’s new web browser? Let’s kick it off: Politics – Obama answers your science questions “Though unable to convince Obama and John McCain to engage in a full-blown science debate, [...]
‘Spore’ ready to bloom
briefs Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:12:04 -0000
“Spore,” the long-awaited (and long-delayed) follow-up from video game guru Will Wright launches Friday in Europe and Sunday in North America. Mr. Wright, who made pop culture history when he created the massively popular PC world known as “The Sims,” calls his new creation “the ultimate God game,” allowing players to guide a home-brewed species [...]
How to download free books, music, and movies from local libraries
editorial Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:11:55 -0000
In a time when practically any question can be answered through a Google search, brick-and-mortar libraries are evolving to remain relevant. Rather than cede ground to search engines, e-book readers, and download services, more than 7,500 US libraries are adopting their competitor’s tricks and offering digital means to access books, music, and movies – free of [...]
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Test could lead to better BSE detection
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:21:33 -0400
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 6 (UPI) -- Canadian researchers said changes in protein levels in urine can detect mad cow disease in live animals.
Andes may hold treasure trove of metals
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:19:59 -0400
RESTON, Va., Sept. 6 (UPI) -- A geological study of South America suggests the Andes Mountains may hold a treasure trove of undiscovered minerals, researchers said.
NASA adjusts launch dates
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:37:19 -0400
HOUSTON, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- U.S. space officials moved the target launch date for the Shuttle Atlantis mission to the Hubble Space Telescope back two days to Oct. 10.
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AAAS Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion - Promotes knowledge about developments in science and technology within the religious community, and provides opportunities for dialogue between the scientific and religious communities on ethical and religious implications of scientific developments.
Center for Theology and the Natural Sciences - Promoting the creative mutual interaction between contemporary theology and the natural sciences.
Centre for Religion and the Biosciences - Chester College (UK) based research center directed by Celia Deane-Drummond. Details of public lectures, profiles of staff, and submission information for the journal Ecotheology.
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Centre for Science and Religion - University of Leeds based centre offering a programme of public lectures as well as undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
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Centre for Theology, Science and Culture - Outlines of research projects on topics including ecotheology and the relation of Australian spirituality to the arts. Flinders University, South Australia.
Conflicts Between Science and Religion - Overview of several areas of controversy, primarily involving Christian beliefs and Judeo-Christian traditions, from ReligiousTolerance.org.
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Counterbalance Foundation - A non-profit educational organization promoting new views on issues in the science and religion field, such as the evolution/creation controversy and biomedical ethical challenges. Features an extensive collection of articles and streaming media.
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Danish Science-Theology Forum - University of Aarhus based organization promoting dialogue between theology and the natural sciences. Listing of events and full-text articles. [English and Danish]
Dimery.com - Articles and book reviews and links, looking at the engagement of science with religion, both historically and in the present. Concentrates primarily on Christianity but includes an article on science and Islam.
Einstein's on Science and Religion - Einstein's writings and philosophy on God, the cosmos, science, and religion.
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Faith and Reason - PBS documentary about the interaction between science and religion, both historically and today. Includes transcripts of interviews with scientists and theologians.
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Faith and Science - A compilation of current news and other information and essays dealing with religious views on bioethics, as well as some other aspects of modern science.
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Ian Ramsey Centre - Oxford University-based interdisciplinary research centre for the study of religious beliefs in relation to the sciences and medicine. Includes details of forthcoming seminars and workshops, and staff profiles.
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Institute on Religion in an Age of Science - Longstanding interfaith group working for a dynamic and positive relationship between religion and science. Includes newsletter, conference abstracts, and details of how to set up a local discussion group.
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John Templeton Foundation - Funds research to encourage exploration of the moral and spiritual dimensions of the universe and of human potential.
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Meta Reference Library - A collection of topics, definitions, audio and video clips covering the constructive interaction of science, ethics, philosophy, and religion.
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Metanexus Institute - Moderated discussion list and newsletter dedicated to promoting the constructive engagement of science and religion.
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National Research Center for Medical Sciences - Department of Science and Religion. Describes research program, workshops, and contact details. In Tehran, Iran.
Random Designer - Book about a new vision for God as Creator, using randomness, chaos and scientific principles.
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Religion and Ecology - Brief introduction to ecotheology and short descriptions of the relationship between individual religions and the environment.
Science and Religion - Articles and extracts of books relating to a wide variety of topics within science and religion, including physics, the brain, belief in God, and religious experience.
Science and Religion Forum - UK based charity promoting discussion between scientific understanding and religious thought. Includes details of conferences, twice annual publication, and an annual report.
Science and Religion Forum - Web forum about science and religion. [Multiple pop-ups]
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Science and Spirit Resources - Covers the broad field of scientific and spiritual thought to foster awareness and dialogue among an interfaith audience, both general and scholarly. Includes articles and calendar of forthcoming events.
Science and the Spiritual Quest II - International research program based at CTNS. Includes details of forthcoming symposia, profiles of participating academics, and articles from the media.
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Science and... - A catalog of links about science and religion, ethics, culture, politics.
Science Vs. Religion - A review of the past 150 years of science which concludes that the scientific findings lead to a logical conclusion that God exists 'beyond a reasonable doubt.'
Templeton Prize - The Templeton Prize for Progress Toward Research or Discoveries about Spiritual Realities is an annual award, usually announced in March of each year.
Teske, John A. - Professor at Elizabethtown College, Pennsylvania. Research interests include science and religion, philosophical psychology, and personality and social psychology. Vita and course syllabi.
Theology - Collection of notes and essays attempting to restore theology to the mainstream of science by defending the notion that the Universe is divine.
Meta Description: [ natural theology home page ]
Theology and Science - Print and electronic journal of the CTNS. Includes editorial policy, call for papers, and instructions for authors.
Theology and Science Without Dualism - Article by Elizabeth Newman, reprinted from the Winter 1997 (Vol 17:1) issue of the CTNS Bulletin.
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Wordless.com Journal - Wxploration of esoteric paradigms attempting to bridge science and religion, covering society, science, spirituality, philosophy, and poetry.
Young, Matt - Homepage of Professor of Physics at Colorado School of Mines. Includes several articles on how to be religious without believing in God.
Zygon Center for Religion and Science - Newsletter and articles, including several by Philip Hefner on human cloning.
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Zygon: Journal of Science and Religion - Print and electronic journal. Subscription information, contents, abstracts, and submission instructions.
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