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The impacts of the Channel Tunnel on Kent
As part of the assessment of the Channel Tunnel after ten years of operation, the Centre for European Regional and Transport Economics (CERTE) at the University of Kent was commissioned by Eurotunnel and Kent County Council to evaluate the impact of the Tunnel on Kent and the likely trends for the future. The results of this study have now been... view more... (2005-02-02)
Delft researcher develops design-rules for transport networks
Large changes unnecessary for multimodal transport Multimodal transport is not in need of redesigned networks, rather of well designed ones. This is one of the conclusions from the PhD research of Rob van Nes, who will defend his thesis on Wednesday 25 September at TU Delft. "A highway with too many on and off ramps actually becomes a main... view more... (2002-09-24)
Alarming rise in Israeli road deaths after terror attacks shown by Hebrew University and Princeton researchers
Terror attacks in Israel produce an alarming though temporary rise in the number of people killed in road accidents, a study conducted by Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Princeton University researchers has found. view more (2004-09-26)
Antidepressants may impair driving ability, new research finds
People taking prescription antidepressants appear to drive worse than people who aren't taking such drugs, and depressed people on antidepressants have even more trouble concentrating and reacting behind the wheel. view more (2008-08-18)
Beeching cuts may be reversed - report
Beeching cuts may be reversed - report view more (1999-06-14)
Airborne asthma allergens
A survey of airborne fungi and fungal spores found in Eastern Puerto Rico suggests that certain species may be a major cause of the high incidence of childhood asthma in this part of the world. view more (2009-03-02)
Drivers on cell phones clog traffic
Motorists who talk on cell phones drive slower on the freeway, pass sluggish vehicles less often and take longer to complete their trips, according to a University of Utah study that suggests drivers on cell phones congest traffic. view more (2008-01-02)
TU Delft conducts experiment with more than 120 pedestrians
On 16 May researchers at TU Delft will conduct an experiment with more than 120 participants. They are studying the movement patterns of pedestrian streams. Insight into the movement of streams of pedestrians is important, for example, in the design of stations or other places where many people are gathered and move around by foot. During the... view more... (2002-05-16)
Elephant-size loopholes sustain Thai ivory trade
Legal loopholes and insufficient law enforcement mean that Thailand continues to harbour the largest illegal ivory market in Asia, says a new report from the wildlife trade monitoring network TRAFFIC. view more (2009-06-19)
DRIVING LESSONS IN SCHOOLS COULD INCREASE TEENAGE ROAD DEATHS (p 230)
A UK government road safety programme that aims to reduce road deaths in young drivers is criticised by authors of a study in this week’s issue of THE LANCET. The authors conclude that the programme could actually increase the number of teenagers who die on roads in the UK. In March 2000, the UK Government launched its road safety strategy,... view more... (2001-07-18)
NewsService Journaline: The Information Service for Digital Radio live at CeBIT
The new information service available for the digital radio systems DRM (Digital Rado Mondiale) and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) will be presented at the BMBF booth. view more (2005-03-10)
From Earth To Sky For Aircraft Safety
Research into hazards to aircraft from volcanic ashclouds during explosive eruptions has been recognised by the "Fondation Belge de la Vocation" (FBV). Dr Gerald Ernst, Lecturer in Earth Sciences at Bristol University, has been awarded the 2002 "Golden Clover Prize" (Trefle d`Or). The Golden Clover Prize is the most prestigious award made by the... view more... (2002-06-06)
Study predicts when invasive species can travel more readily by air
Global airlines be forewarned: June 2010 could be a busy month for invasive plants, insects and animals seeking free rides to distant lands. view more (2009-02-26)
Brighten up! Paint study could save states millions
A new study from North Carolina State University shows that painted road markings, such as the lines separating traffic lanes, are significantly better at reflecting headlights in the direction that the paint was applied. This finding will help determine how states comply with new federal safety regulations and save money on painting their... view more... (2009-03-10)
France launches in Valenciennes a new research program on transport safety
France launches in Valenciennes a 6,4 million euro research program on transport safety. It reinforces the international position of Nord-Pas de Calais and the University of Valenciennes. The scientific council of the New Research Action "Safety in Transport Systems", which came together at the University of Valenciennes and... view more... (2002-02-25)
Internal choices are weaker than those dictated by the outside world
The underlying sense of being in control of our own actions is challenged by new research from UCL (University College London) which demonstrates that the choices we make internally are weak and easily overridden compared to when we are told which choice to make. view more (2009-02-11)
Denial of service denial
A way to filter out denial of service attacks on computer networks, including cloud computing systems, could significantly improve security on government, commercial, and educational systems. view more (2009-10-01)
VTT develops one-step drug test
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed an inexpensive one-step drug test method that can instantly detect abuse of medicine, drugs and doping substances. The test instantly and accurately gives the results e.g. from a saliva sample. The test is unique internationally, as it enables the detection of similar substances accurately and... view more... (2004-01-29)
What leads to obesity in rural communities?
Residents of rural communities who feel isolated from recreational facilities, stores, churches and schools are more likely to be obese than those who believe they are closer to facilities, new Saint Louis University research finds. view more (2006-06-30)
High flyers are the scourge of the skies
EMBARGOED UNTIL WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2002 19:00 BST UK CONTACT - Claire Bowles, New Scientist Press Office, London: Tel: +44(0)20 7331 2751 or email claire.bowles@rbi.co.uk Written by DUNCAN GRAHAM-ROWE AIRLINES could boost their emissions of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide and still halve their impact on global warming. That`s the paradoxical... view more... (2002-10-16)
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