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Continue ReadingThe Kliper spacecraft was envisioned as a reusable space vehicle to replace the Soyuz. The concept began in 1994 and went through several iterations: …
Continue ReadingThe Ares 1-X test vehicle successfully completed its test flight. But, the Review of U.S. Human Space Flight Plans Committee report questions the …
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Continue ReadingBalloons are not only fun but have been a workhorse for scientific research for many years. Read on for more information on how they are used in …
Continue ReadingRed blood cells have a lifespan of about 120 days. In hereditary spherocytosis the lifespan of these cells is decreased due to an increased rate of …
Continue ReadingThere is no escape, as they follow you everywhere. Your body is riddled with bacteria. The majority of these microbes are benign, some are helpful, …
Continue ReadingExcalibur Almaz Limited is an international space exploration company, headquartered on the Isle of Man. EA may hold the key to affordable space …
Continue ReadingVideo and pictures of spacewalking make it look effortless, but getting ready for a spacewalk is an elaborate process that takes quite a bit of time. …
Continue ReadingDr. Jill Tarter is the Director of the Center for SETI Research, the program that searches the sky for alien life using radio frequencies. Tarter is …
Continue ReadingA murderer with a ‘gene for aggression’ had his sentence cut short by a judge in Italy, even though the link between genes and bad behaviour is not …
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