'Looking at God.' (cosmological findings that seem to confirm the 'big bang' theory of the creation of the universe) (includes related article) (Cover Story)

Article Abstract:

A US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) discovery may confirm the 'big bang' theory of the creation of the universe. NASA data indicates the existence of small changes in the temperature of a radiation field thought to have come from the blast, that could initiate the formation of planets.

Big bang theory, Cosmology, Expanding universe

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The outer space detectives: a NASA team targets the dangers facing astronauts

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NASA researchers are exploring the hazards of long-term travel in outer space, including the loss of muscle mass and bone calcium and the disruption of sleep patterns. The effect of space travel on the immune system and on human psychology are other areas of concern.

Health aspects, Mars (Planet), Discovery and exploration, Space flight, Astronauts, Space stations

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The drug detectives: technological wizardry will try to keep the Olympics clean - but is it enough?

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Authorities at the 1996 Summer Olympics will use high-resolution mass spectrometers to help detect anabolic steroids and other banned substances in the athletes. However, there are some drugs that cannot be picked up by current screening processes.

History, Olympic athletes, Drugs and athletes, Drug testing, Olympics, 1996 AD

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