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Science News for September 10, 1997


Formal Opening Of XMaS In Grenoble

The new beam line will provide opportunities for UK scientists to study the properties of magnetic materials that could impact on computers, electric vehicles, and storage media. The instrument generates intense X-rays, allowing for detailed analysis of atomic and magnetic structures.

SourceUniversity of Warwick·DateSep 10, 1997

Permanent Implants For Prostate Cancer, Radiation Therapy

Researchers will present studies on permanent prostate implants and radiation therapy for various cancers, including prostate cancer, lung cancer, and cervical cancer. The presentation highlights the benefits of these treatments in improving survival rates and quality of life for patients.

SourceAmerican Roentgen Ray Society·DateSep 10, 1997
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

BRCA1 Limits Cancers By Triggering The Cell Cycle Inhibitor p21

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have identified a molecular target of action for BRCA1, which induces the cell cycle inhibitor p21. This finding suggests potential strategies for treating breast and ovarian cancers, including screening drug compounds to activate p21.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalNature·DateSep 10, 1997

New Computer Network Takes Fear Out Of First-Year Chemistry

The MeasureNet system provides quick access to data, allowing teams of students to share and analyze results. By phasing it in over the last academic year, all students in first-year labs were using the system by spring quarter 1997, with overwhelmingly positive reactions.

SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·DateSep 10, 1997

Future Supersonic Jets Pose Problems For Jet Fuel

Scientists are developing a solution to cool advanced supersonic jets by using jet fuel as a coolant, which can also circulate through the wings and fuselage. The research aims to address the problem of fuel degradation and carbon deposition that could cause maintenance issues with coal-derived jet fuels.

SourcePenn State·DateSep 10, 1997

Dealing With Wife Abuse When Partners Are Patients Of The Same Physician

A new set of guidelines has been developed to assist physicians in dealing with wife abuse when the male and female partners are patients of the same physician. The guidelines prioritize autonomy, confidentiality, honesty, and quality care for both patients, while acknowledging that abused wives and their husbands have different needs.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalJAMA·DateSep 10, 1997
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Electrically Based Technologies Heat Up The Cleanup Market

Two electrically based technologies, Six-Phase Soil Heating and In Situ Corona, are being commercialized for rapid and effective cleanup of contaminated soils. These methods utilize electrical current to heat the soil, removing contaminants through steam stripping or destruction by ionizing plasma.

SourceDOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory·DateSep 10, 1997