December 2007


Geodetic laser scanning
Producing surface maps at submeter resolution, even over heavily forested terrain, GLS can reveal the fine structure of such features as faults, landslides, and drainage patterns

NOVA scienceNOW: Emergence
How does the “intelligence” of an ant colony or the stock market arise out of the simple actions of its members?
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Gene find boosts allergy research
Gene-targeting therapies could one day offer relief from allergies such as hayfever, claim UK and Swiss scientists.

NOVA scienceNOW: Ask The Expert: CERN
Peter Fisher answered viewer questions about particle smashing at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and much more on July 19, 2007.
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Video: Deadly day at the zoo

Video: Hi-tech for the toddler set

Journey to the Island of Stability
Nuclear chemists are on a quest to make an extraordinary substance never before seen in the natural world. Listen in as MIT historian David Kaiser describes their long journey, which may soon reach its elusive goal.
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NOVA scienceNOW: Ask The Expert: Profile: Julie Schablitsky
On July 16, 2007, Julie Schablitsky answered selected viewer questions about her life and work.
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E-Paper, In Living Color
Materials advances could bring color, video, and flexibility.

Video: Eco-powerboat world record attempt

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