 Online edition of India's National Newspaper Thursday, January 22, 2009 |
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Magnesium, aluminium, silicon detected on moon The mission’s X-ray spectrometer has proved more sensitive than expected Ultrathin film for flexible electronics Stretchable graphene electrode patterns transferred onto a silicon-based polymer. Flexible electronics — the kind that might be used in ‘smart’ clothing, say, or in foldable displays that could make reading news online ... SNAPSHOTS 
A novel programme to promote public healthA city government in Brazil started free exercise classes in public spaces such as parks, beaches etc. The programme greatly increased physical activity among community members. ... 
Faster stability testing of soybean biodieselThe National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) now has a method to accelerate stability testing of biodiesel fuel made from soybeans. It has also identified additives that enhance stability at high temperatures. ... 
Large population of endangered elephantsThe Wildlife Conservation Society and Malaysia’s Department of Wildlife and National Parks revealed a large population of endangered Asian elephants living in a park. Their number may be the largest in Southeast ... 
Invisibility shield now comes a step closerUS and Chinese researchers are a step closer to creating an invisibility shield. They have created ‘metamaterials’ which can guide electromagnetic waves around an object, and have them emerge on the other side. ... 
Axel rover’s computer system and cameraThe computer system and one of its cameras are seen from Axel, a research prototype rover for exploring the Moon, Mars and other planets. The rover’s mobility over steep and rocky grounds has been demonstrated. ... 
Unmanned aircraft for scientific researchThe Global Hawk, a version of the U.S. Air Force’s unmanned spyplane, is unveiled. It will sample greenhouse gases responsible for ozone depletion and verify measurements by NASA’s Aura satellite. ...
FARMER'S NOTEBOOK A farmer’s quest for a solution ends in pig success In about 6-7 months, many of the sick trees became healthy Control of spittle bug menace in jack fruit The jack fruit tree often sustains some loss due to ravages of insects known as spittle bugs. As the name denotes, these peculiar bugs secrete frothy mass over their body. The blunt head and prominent eyes of these bugs are similar to ... FARM QUERY Problem with algae While pumping water from my well for irrigation, algae get clogged inside the water pipes and my motor gets damaged. Is there any body who can guide me as to how this problem can be overcome? S. Pawan Kumar ...
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