14/04/2005

Vitamin E loss through smoking increases health risks

New studies in the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University have shown that vitamin E disappears more quickly in smokers than in non-smokers – findings that may help explain how smoking can cause cancer.

Case of Sedna's Missing Moon Solved

When the distant planetoid Sedna was discovered on the outer edges of our solar system, it posed a puzzle to scientists. Sedna appeared to be spinning very slowly compared to most solar system objects, completing one rotation ...

Dr. Michael Griffin Becomes NASA Administrator

The U.S. Senate confirmed the nomination of Dr. Michael D. Griffin as NASA's 11th Administrator. He is expected to be sworn in later this week. President George W. Bush nominated Dr. Griffin as NASA Administrator in March, ...

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