Abstract: The characterization of exozodiacal light emission is both important for the understanding of planetary systems…
Month: August 2017
New rules, tech are dimming Hong Kong’s signature neon glow
HONG KONG (AP) -- For Hong Kong's famed neon lights, the future looks dim....
Southern hospitality shines through Hurricane Harvey
When flood waters first seeped into their house, grandparents Bernard and Annie Redeo weren't too worried.…
‘Katrina all over again:’ New Orleans in solidarity with Houston
With memories and scars of Katrina still raw, New Orleans residents poured out love and donations…
New Uber chief sees IPO in its future: report
Freshly hired Uber chief Dara Khosrowshahi met with employees on Wednesday, promising to fight for the…
‘No way to prevent’ explosion at Texas chemical plant
The operators of a flooded chemical plant outside Houston warned Wednesday they are dealing with a…
Toshiba says three groups vying for prized chip unit
Toshiba said Thursday that three groups are vying for its memory chip business, as reports said…
TED: Phones and drones transforming healthcare
In the developing world, basic healthcare is often a challenge—let alone expensive medical screening or tests…
A new way to find pilots for US Navy unmanned aircraft
Before acceptance to flight school, aspiring naval pilots must pass the Aviation Selection Test Battery (ASTB)—a…
Technique could aid mass production of biodegradable plastic
Introducing a simple step to the production of plant-derived, biodegradable plastic could improve its properties while…