Florida Science News (United States)

BIG ARTS welcomes Dr. Michael A. Levi to Sanibel Sunday, January 22, to speak about the future of energy. Lecture begins at 7:30 p.m. in BIG ARTS Schein Performance Hall, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, Florida. Tickets are $35.

BIG ARTS has announced Dr. Jay Apt, of Carnegie Mellon University (Mar. 17); Joshua Foer, author of the best-selling Moonwalking with Einstein (Mar 21); and Dr. Anthony Ritaccio, of Albany Medical College Human Brain Mapping Program (Apr. 12).

Archaeological & Treasure Salvage Company, Expedition Resources, LLC announces the signing of an exclusive agreement with the famed author and historian Claudio Bonifacio, author of the book Galleons and Sunken Treasure.

Florida-based SkinHealth Technology's new television ad campaign showcases the company’s flagship dermatological formula-- BruiseCare®X8 Bruise Treatment Balm. The company is looking for select dermatologists across the nation for co-op TV ads.

The Vascular Disease Foundation honors Barry T. Katzen, M.D., with top award presented annually in recognition of outstanding contributions to physician education, leadership and patient care in vascular disease.

Giordano calls the recognition of addiction as a physical disease a huge step forward in understanding and treating addiction. The addiction treatment community can now channel our efforts & resources into areas known to produce positive outcomes.

“The WaterLase uses a patented technology combining light (laser energy) and water together with the naturally occurring water in the human tissue to modify the attachment of the tongue to the floor of the mouth”

BIG ARTS and Sanibel Sea School presents An Evening with Vikki Spruill 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 15. Her conservation lecture will be held in BIG ARTS Schein Performance Hall, located at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.

WEDU provides Sid the Scientist Kid® books to kids During “Little Scientist Day” with hands-on science stations, Sid the Science Kid appearances and more.

The strongest solar storm in years hit Sunday (1/22), and will last until Wednesday (1/25). Strong solar storms such as this are known to cause massive blackouts, and increased levels of radiation. Make sure you're stocked up on the proper supplies.

BIG ARTS welcomes Dr. Michael A. Levi to Sanibel Sunday, January 22, to speak about the future of energy. Lecture begins at 7:30 p.m. in BIG ARTS Schein Performance Hall, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, Florida. Tickets are $35.

BIG ARTS has announced Dr. Jay Apt, of Carnegie Mellon University (Mar. 17); Joshua Foer, author of the best-selling Moonwalking with Einstein (Mar 21); and Dr. Anthony Ritaccio, of Albany Medical College Human Brain Mapping Program (Apr. 12).

Monkeys were created in a lab by combining embryos from several monkeys. This research impacts the understanding of how stem cells work.

Archaeological & Treasure Salvage Company, Expedition Resources, LLC announces the signing of an exclusive agreement with the famed author and historian Claudio Bonifacio, author of the book Galleons and Sunken Treasure.

Bob Hausbach of Palm Beach County, Florida, shared with members of Unity of Delray Beach church that he opened a sack of baking potatoes, and Voila! the first one in the bag was a perfect heart shape.

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We would like to officially announce the pre-launch of our Ultimate Body Sculpting Challenge! Here is a sneak peak of the official challenge website.

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Student teams put science, technology, engineering and math skills to the test at the Vex South Florida Championship to be held at Gulliver Schools.

CASIS, the non-profit selected by NASA to maximize use of the International Space Station National Lab (ISS NL)—has hired three executives to direct Operations, Marketplace Development and Economic Valuation functions for the organization.

Today's dental industry employs many new technologies that the laymen might not even know exist.

This reference, now in its second edition, is a comprehensive guide that focuses on the practical aspects of excavating and recovering human remains, as well as any associated evidence, from crime scenes.

Florida-based SkinHealth Technology's new television ad campaign showcases the company’s flagship dermatological formula-- BruiseCare®X8 Bruise Treatment Balm. The company is looking for select dermatologists across the nation for co-op TV ads.

The Museum of Arts & Sciences (MOAS) sculpture garden will welcome a new living work of art – an Elm tree. The local GE Elfuns/GE Volunteers chapter receives the Elm Tree Award

The expert college counselors at International College Counselors are holding a free discussion for students considering careers in the growing fields of science, medicine and math. Recommended for students in grades 7 through 12.

This 2nd Edition draws on 30 years of explosives casework, including task forces set up to investigate major explosives incidents. Dr. Alexander Beveridge provides a broad, multidisciplinary approach, with contributions from international experts.

Aktakom offers essential laboratory package complete with oscilloscope, signal generator, power supply and 6 in 1 digital multimeter.

The Vascular Disease Foundation honors Barry T. Katzen, M.D., with top award presented annually in recognition of outstanding contributions to physician education, leadership and patient care in vascular disease.

Unica periodista de origen hispano en "24 Hours of Reality" con audiencia de más de 9 millones. Invitada especial por el ex VIcepresidente Al Gore.

The book is titled: Evidences for God and his Creations: Nature, the Flood and the Bible. A Summary Apologetics Book Assembling a Puzzle by Dr. T. J. Tofflemire

The release of a new product to the general public recently came just at the right time. The National Allergy Bureau is moments away from issuing a mold alert for the country. The new technology will mean huge savings to those in need.

The second US human trial using embryonic stem cells begins, focused on macular degeneration.

Plan a school science trip to Florida. Here are some step by step suggestions on how to schedule and implement an organized science field trip for you and your students.

A study at Henry Ford Hospital will be helpful in analyzing the quality of blood stem cells as gene delivery vehicles for therapeutic purposes.

Researchers find what may be the key to understanding how a stem cell can differentiate into other cell types.

Giordano calls the recognition of addiction as a physical disease a huge step forward in understanding and treating addiction. The addiction treatment community can now channel our efforts & resources into areas known to produce positive outcomes.

NASA Is testing a new portable device that will change space travel as well as life here on Earth. The Device is used to turn waste-water such as urine and sweat into a reusable resource.

NoSprayNolay.com has revealed that the space shuttle program will come to an end after today's final shuttle launch. Astronauts are preparing their pre-flight checklists and getting ready for their voyage into space.

Utilizing a patented method for rapidly detecting bacteria, Bactiquant®Water has been accepted by the Danish Ministry of Environment.

StemCellRegenMed provides ground-breaking gene therapy treatment at Concebir Clinic in Lima, Peru, to children suffering from Tay-Sachs disease.

On June 12, 2011, Howard Shifke achieved one year of being symptom free from Parkinson's Disease. Howard had fought the disease for nine months using a holistic recovery plan he developed. Howard's neurologist confirmed that he is symptom free.

WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA has awarded a total of $125,000 in scholarships to 50 students from across five counties who are interested in pursuing STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) or science/math education.

One hundred middle school students from Orange and Lake counties recently participated in an educational job shadowing event at Headquarter Honda sponsored by WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA and Junior Achievement of Central Florida.

We found and interpreted an ancient document written many centuries before Plato that describes the destruction of Atlantis. We have proof that Atlantis was not a myth created by Plato. Atlantis was real. We have photographs of its remains.

I was invited to a paranormal encounter to see a girl communicate with the dead. I didn’t believe it was possible; but I saw it happen. It inspired me to seek scientific proof for the existence of the soul and our interaction with the dead.

Five Miami Science Museum Upward Bound students awarded Dell Scholarships, one also awarded UNCF Gates Millennium Scholars Scholarship, and one awarded a Chabela Foundation Scholarship.

Perfect Blend Organics recently joined Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council (ISC) as a Platinum Member.

Howard Shifke had Parkinson's Disease and used non-traditional methods to recover. He fought Parkinson’s without medications, herbal supplements or formulas or Ayurvedic remedies. Howard is serving Parkinson's sufferers as a Parkinson's coach.

Transactions will yield dozens of new jobs and represent positive absorption for Miami market; phase one building opens this June.

Sunrise Optical LLC: Liquid samples including drops and splatters can be easily measured using our new Portable Model P-1PORT Zebra OptoProfiler. Drops and splatters can be measured on vertical, inclined or horizontal surfaces.

Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE) is offering several robotics camps for middle school students, and is expanding its program to offer, for the first time, an “industrial robot camp” for high school students as well.

Ever since the brutal death of SeaWorld orca trainer Dawn Brancheau, the media has erroneously cited the marine park’s claim that killer whale Tilikum pulled her into the water by her ponytail. But why is this false theory important to SeaWorld?

GL Studio Creates Manned Rover’s Graphical Cockpits and Behaviors to Prepare Space Crew for World’s First Manned Journey on Mars

Terry Murray's innovative, experiential learning program demonstrates how the soft skills in nursing can save hard dollars for America's health care providers.

St. Augustine, FL - Saturday April 9, the First Light Maritime Society will present An Evening with Dr. Ford Bell, President of the American Association of Museums, on the grounds of the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum.

Conflicting traits of two human species coexisting today explain many irrational human behaviors. Major characteristics of the species along with their evolutionary roots and social impact are described in a new novel by Bruce Nappi.