ClimateWire: Responding to renewed interest in geoengineering schemes to combat global warming, scientists and policymakers…
Month: January 2010
Prices, lack of government support impeding renewable energy
Financial Post: Despite public support for alternative energy – and the opportunity it presents to…
Self-control, and lack of self-control, is contagious
A new study has revealed that self-control — or the lack thereof — is contagious.
Best way to reduce emissions is to make cars smaller
A new study says the best way to reduce emissions in the short term is…
New biomarkers for predicting the spread of colon cancer
Scientists in China are reporting discovery of two proteins present in the blood of people…
Low concentrations of oxygen and nutrients slowing biodegradation of Exxon Valdez oil
The combination of low concentrations of oxygen and nutrients in the lower layers of the…
Concussions not taken seriously enough, researcher finds
Despite growing public interest in concussions because of serious hockey injuries or skiing deaths, a…
Physicists tie light in knots
The remarkable feat of tying light in knots has been achieved. Understanding how to control…
Australia: Greenhouse gas emissions
Sydney Morning Herald: Greenhouse gas emissions from energy production declined across eastern Australia last year…
New Zealand: Public still sceptical about climate change
Otago Daily Times: Almost half of New Zealanders are not convinced global warming is real,…