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NSF Taps Tiny CubeSats for Big Space Science (SPACE.com via Yahoo! News)
GOLDEN, Colo. — The National Science Foundation (NSF) has launched a program to use tiny CubeSats for science missions dedicated to space weather and atmospheric research.
Jim Henson family introduces ‘Sid the Science Kid' (The Kansas City Star)
“Sid the Science Kid” launches Monday on PBS. The latest effort from the Jim Henson Co. showcases digital puppetry, which the company says allows performers to puppeteer and voice digital characters in real-time, increasing the level of spontaneity and interactivity.
Convention Keynote Comment on Science Lights Up Twitter (Wired News)
"Just think about this: In four months, we will have an administration that actually believes in science!" said former Virginia Governor Mark Warner during his keynote speech at the 2008 Democratic National Convention. It didn't set the room on fire but Twitter was aflutter as its geek community celebrated a throwaway line.
Naked Scientist Wins Royal Society Award For Science Communication (Medical News Today)
Dr Chris Smith, Clinical Lecturer and Specialist Registrar in virology at the University of Cambridge has been awarded the prestigious Royal Society(1) Kohn award for his work engaging a diverse audience with science, it was announced today (Thursday 28 August 2008).
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