Paper Details Sites on Mars With Plumes Of Methane
By KENNETH CHANG
Subsurface Martian cows appear unlikely, but scientists are seriously considering the possibility that bacteria are generating the methane.
Subsurface Martian cows appear unlikely, but scientists are seriously considering the possibility that bacteria are generating the methane.
Lisa P. Jackson, chosen to head the Environmental Protection Agency, said at her confirmation hearing that her first task would be to restore scientific and legal integrity to the agency.
Mr. Naess’s ideas about promoting an intimate and all-embracing relationship between the earth and the human species inspired people around the world.
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NASA has moved space shuttle Discovery to its launch pad for a February supply run to the International Space Station.
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The new generation of spacecraft, expected to be in use beginning in 2015.
After years of debate and research, M.I.T. has replaced a large introductory physics course with smaller classes that emphasize hands-on, interactive learning.
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Why would a mosquito bite one person many times in a short period?