Mobile phone with ring tone loud as vuvuzela

LONDON – A mobile phone that blares out a 100 decibel ring tone as loud as a vuvuzela – the plastic horn that hit the headlines during the recent World Cup football – has been devised for the hard of hearing and the elderly.

There’s no way you are going to miss the Amplicom M6000 with … Read more : Mobile phone with ring tone loud as vuvuzela.

New computer super-material may make smelly shoes history

LONDON – Graphene- regarded as the new super material-could stop your shoes from smelling bad.

It is known that graphene’s high strength and elasticity, coupled with exceptionally high conductivity and use in flexible semiconductors could soup up computing.

The new study by Chunhai Fan, Qing Huang and colleagues at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Shanghai revealed …. Source  : New computer super-material may make smelly shoes history.

Scientists find world’s sixth largest river – at the bottom of Black Sea

LONDON – British scientists have discovered a 115-feet deep river, more than half a mile wide – at the bottom of Black Sea.

The flow – carrying highly salty water and sediment – is 350 times greater than the Thames, according to a Leeds University team who used a robotic submarine to scan the seabed near …. Original source  : Scientists find world’s sixth largest river – at the bottom of Black Sea.

Mobile phones set to become portable teachers

WELLINGTON – A pilot study at Howick College is examining the result of using mobile phones as a teaching aid.

The “mLearning” pilot at Howick College, which sees students use free software to convert computer files into cell phone study notes, is attracting global attention.

Students can solve a question using PowerPoint, or a video assignment …. Read the original article  : here.

Bacterial ‘genome mining’ produces new drugs

WASHINGTON – Dutch researchers successfully used a ‘genome mining’ approach to identify and activate a group of genes in the bacterium Streptomyces coelicolor. This led to the production of a new antibacterial compound that is effective against several bacterial strains, including Escherichia coli.

The study, by scientists at the University of Groningen, The Netherlands, appears … Original source on Gaea Times at : Bacterial ‘genome mining’ produces new drugs.

Epileptic seizures linked to ancient gene family?

LONDON – An American biologist has identified an ancient gene family that plays a pivotal role in regulating the excitability of nerves within the brain. The discovery points to a genetic route to understanding and treating epilepsy.

Timothy Jegla, an assistant professor of biology at Penn State University, said: “In healthy people, nerves do not …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Epileptic seizures linked to ancient gene family?.

Soon, switch on the lights just by your thoughts!

TORONTO – What may look like a plot of some science fiction flick is for real as it has been made possible to use your brain waves to control the environment around you, like the lights in your home or even your toaster.

A Toronto-based company has developed a system called thought-control computing and it’s exploring … Read more »»».

Endangered vultures will be back: Minister

NEW DELHI – As environmentalists raise concern over the near extinction of some species of vultures, Environment and Forests Minister Jairam Ramesh Monday assured a comeback of the bird, known for its scavening qualities, soon as a result of a successful breeding programme.

“The breeding programme has been successful, soon we will see the come back …. Original source  : Endangered vultures will be back: Minister.

Floodwaters recede in Haryana district

CHANDIGARH – The flood situation in Haryana’s Yamunanagar district improved gradually Monday as the water level in various rivulets passing through the region substantially receded, officials here said.

“The flood situation is totally under control. The water level of river Yamuna has considerably receded and its flow was only 30,000 cusecs yesterday (Sunday) evening,” Yamunanagar Deputy … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Floodwaters recede in Haryana district.

Unique light-activated membrane that acts like a traffic signal for gas

WASHINGTON – Scientists have developed first of its kind membrane that blocks gas from flowing through it when one colour of light is shined on its surface, and permits gas to flow through when another colour of light is used.

The membrane is a piece of hard plastic riddled with tiny holes that are filled with …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

World’s first stress vaccine on the anvil

MELBOURNE – Too tense with your life and looking for an appropriate stress buster? Well, drugs that helps zebras calm down after being chased by hungry lions may help you cope with far more mundane – but equally stressful – situations in everyday life too.

Californian scientists are working on a single injection that will help …. Read the original article  : here.

Cell suicide can trigger cancer growth

LONDON – The body’s natural cell-suicide program can fuel tumour development leading to the development of cancer, research conducted on mice reveals.

The results, if confirmed in humans, could have implications for cancer therapies now under development, especially those that aim to stimulate programmed cell death.

Two studies appearing in the journal Genes and Development … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Cell suicide can trigger cancer growth.

Now, cell phone that is as loud as vuvuzela (re-issue)

LONDON – Home and mobile phone manufacturer Amplicom has unveiled a new “highphone” – a handset almost as loud as a vuvuzela, targeted at people who are hard of hearing.

The Amplicom M6000 lets out sound at a massive 110 decibels – noisier than a heavy rock concert or standing next to a car horn.

Furthermore, its … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Now, cell phone that is as loud as vuvuzela (re-issue).

New theory suggests universe has no beginning or end

MELBOURNE – A new theory, developed by a Taiwanese scientist, might soon change our understanding of the universe.

Wun-Yi Shu of the National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan, paints a picture of a universe where time and space are not independent, but can be converted back and forth between each other.

In his paper, appearing on … Read this article on Gaea Times at : New theory suggests universe has no beginning or end.

Saudi, UAE set to ban some Blackberry features

LONDON – Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have decided to ban some functions of Blackberry phones due to security concerns.

The UAE is set to block emailing facility, internet access, and instant messaging service to other Blackberry handsets.

Saudi Arabia is to ban the use of the Blackberry to Blackberry instant messaging service.

Both countries say …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Saudi, UAE set to ban some Blackberry features.

Stanford study: Traditional farming’s high production protects land, limits greenhouse gases

Study claims conventional ag limits greenhouse gas

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Advances in conventional agriculture have dramatically slowed the flow of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, in part by allowing farmers to grow more food to meet world demand without plowing up vast tracts of land, a study by three Stanford University researchers has found.
The study, which …. Read the original article  : here.

Hiroshima mayor, China environmentalists among Magsaysay winners, Asian version of Nobels

Hiroshima mayor, China activists win ‘Asian Nobel’

MANILA, Philippines – The three-term mayor of Hiroshima who spearheaded a global campaign for nuclear disarmament and a photographer who documented river pollution in his native China are among the 2010 winners of the Ramon Magsaysay Awards.
The awards announced Monday are considered Asia’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize. They …. Original source  : Hiroshima mayor, China environmentalists among Magsaysay winners, Asian version of Nobels.

Boffins discover “spacequakes” that rumble in Earth’s atmosphere

WASHINGTON – Scientists using NASA’s THEMIS mission have come across a new form of space weather. They have dubbed it a “spacequake”

A spacequake – a strong vibration in the planet’s magnetic field – can affect auroras and generate “space twisters” powerful enough to bring down power lines.

In general, Earth’s magnetic field lines can be … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Boffins discover “spacequakes” that rumble in Earth’s atmosphere.

International Space Station suffers cooling system failure

LONDON – The International Space System’s cooling system suddenly failed over the weekend, forcing its crew to reduce power.

One of the two loops reportedly suffered a shut down but NASA officials insist the three Americans and three Russians manning the station are safe.

Urgent spacewalk repairs are now under discussion.

Without thermal controls, temperatures on the … Read more »».

Mobile spa: Now, a car that moisturizes your skin!

SYDNEY – It’s time to stop stashing cosmetics in your handbag – now moisturize your skin while you drive.

Japanese car manufacturer Nissan has developed an air filter that dispenses vitamin C into a car’s cabin, moisturising the skin of its occupants.

Nissan says that direct application of vitamin C to the skin helps to create … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Mobile spa: Now, a car that moisturizes your skin!.